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Graph the function f(n) = n2. Which statement is true? |
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The graph is a straight line going through points (-3, 6), (-2, 4), (0, 0), (2, -4), and (3, -6). |
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The graph is a smooth curve going through points (-3, -6), (-2, -4), (0, 0), (2, 4), and (3, 6) |
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The graph is a straight line going through points (-3, 9), (-2, 4), (0, 0), (2, 4), and (3, 9). |
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The graph is a smooth curve going through points (-3, 9), (-2, 4), (0, 0), (2, 4), and (3, 9). |
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Many children grow at a predictable rate. The function f(n) = 2.65n + 28.9 can be used to estimate the height in inches for a boy who is n years old. The function is accurate until about age 13. Complete the function table. |
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The function f(n) = 2.65n + 28.9 estimates the height in inches for a boy who is n years old. Choose values for n and graph the function. |
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If you choose values for n and graph f(n) = -( n2), then _____. |
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f(n) will always be positive |
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f(n) can be positive or negative |
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f(n) will always be negative |
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none of these is true |
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Copy and complete the table to find the function values for the rule f(n) = -2n – 4.5. |
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(-3, 1.5), (0, -4.5), (2, -8.5) |
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(-3, 1.5), (0, -4.5), (2, -0.5) |
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(-3, 1.5), (0, -4.5), (2, 0.5) |
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(-3, 10.5), (0, -4.5), (2, -8.5) |
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