Graph the Function Using Its Vertex, Axis of Symmetry, and Intercepts

question 93

Multiple Choice

Graph the function using its vertex, axis of symmetry, and intercepts.
- $f(x) =-x^{2}-2 x+8$

• A) vertex \( (-1,9) \) intercepts \( (2,0),(-4,0),(0,8) \)
• B) vertex \( (1,-9) \) intercepts \( (-2,0),(4,0),(0,-8) \)
• C) vertex \( (-1,-9) \) intercepts \( (2,0),(-4,0),(0,-8) \)
• D) vertex \(( 1,9 )\) intercepts \(( - 2,0 ) , ( 4,0 ) , ( 0,8 )\)

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