Use a Graphing Utility to Estimate the Absolute Maximum of F(x)

question 606

Multiple Choice

Use a graphing utility to estimate the absolute maximum of f(x) = (x - 2) ² on [-2, 4], if it exists.

• A) 16
• B) 2
• C) -2
• D) 0
• E) None exists

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Definitions:

Acidity

A measure of how many hydrogen ions are present in a solution, reflecting its capability to donate protons.

Increasing Order

A sequence arrangement from the lowest to the highest value, often used in chemistry to describe trends in properties or reactivities.

Acid-base Extractions

A technique in organic chemistry used to separate compounds based on their differences in solubility in acidic or basic environments.

Benzoic Acid

An aromatic carboxylic acid with the formula C6H5COOH, used in the manufacture of various cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.