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Set 2: Quadratic Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: B

PROBLEM

For the parabola y = 1(x - 7) squared + 4, what is the x-coordinate of the vertex?

For the parabola y = 1(x - 7) squared + 4, what is the x-coordinate of the vertex?

A.

14

B.

7

✓ Correct
C.

8

D.

9

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is the best answer. In vertex form y = a(x - h) squared + k, the vertex is at (h, k). So x = 7

Why others are wrong:
A: 14 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 9 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.