Q. Which equation best matches the graph shown below?Answery=−0.8x2+x−6y=0.8x2+x−6.3y=0.8x2+x−6y=−0.8x2+x−6.3
Analyze graph shape: Step 1: Analyze the graph's shape to determine if it's an upward or downward parabola. If it opens downwards, the coefficient of x2 should be negative.
Compare vertex and y-intercept: Step 2: Compare the vertex and y-intercept of the graph with the equations provided. Check if the y-intercept matches −6 or −6.3.
Substitute known point: Step 3: Substitute a known point from the graph (other than the vertex or y-intercept) into each equation to see which one fits.
Verify slope at vertex: Step 4: Verify the slope at the vertex by calculating the derivative of each equation and evaluating it at the vertex's x-coordinate.
Confirm best matching equation: Step 5: Confirm the best matching equation based on the previous steps' results.
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