Calculate the Average Rate of Change of the Given Function $[ 7,8 ]$

question 9

Multiple Choice

Calculate the average rate of change of the given function over the interval $[ 7,8 ]$ . $f ( x ) = \frac { x ^ { 2 } } { 7 } + \frac { 15 } { x }$

• A) \(2 \frac { 7 } { 8 }\)
• B) \(\frac { 8 } { 15 }\)
• C) \(2 \frac { 1 } { 8 }\)
• D) \(1 \frac { 7 } { 8 }\)
• E) \(\frac { 7 } { 8 }\)

Understand the implications of internal, external, and environmental complexities on project risk.

Appreciate the importance of contingency funds in risk management.

Distinguish between project risk and organizational risk.

Recognize the need for risk management practices throughout all project phases including initiation, planning, execution, and closeout.

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