Find the Difference Quotient and Simplify $$f ( x ) = - 3 x - 6$$

question 66

Multiple Choice

Find the difference quotient and simplify.
- $$f ( x ) = - 3 x - 6$$

• A) \(- 3 h\)
• B) \(- 3 h - 12\)
• C) \(- 3\)
• D) \(- 6\)

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