The Graph of a Quadratic Function Is Given $f ( x ) = - x ^ { 2 } - 4 x - 4$

question 173

Multiple Choice

The graph of a quadratic function is given. Determine the function's equation.
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• A) \(f ( x ) = - x ^ { 2 } - 4 x - 4\)
• B) \(j ( x ) = - x ^ { 2 } + 2\)
• C) \(g ( x ) = - x ^ { 2 } + 4 x + 4\)
• D) \(h ( x ) = - x ^ { 2 } - 2\)

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