Identify the Vertex of the Parabola $y = x ^ { 2 } - 18 x + 85$

question 158

Multiple Choice

Identify the vertex of the parabola.
- $y = x ^ { 2 } - 18 x + 85$

• A) (0, 9)
• B) (4, 9)
• C) (4, 0)
• D) (9, 4)

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Definitions:

Absorption Costing

A technique in accounting that ensures all expenses related to production, including direct materials, direct labor, as well as variable and fixed overhead costs, are factored into the product’s cost.

Fixed Costs

Fixed expenses that are unaffected by changes in production or sales volume, encompassing rent, salaries, and insurance.

Absorption Costing

A method of accounting for all the costs associated with manufacturing a product, including all direct costs and fixed and variable overhead expenses.

Variable Costing

An accounting approach where only variable manufacturing costs are included in product costs, excluding fixed manufacturing overhead.