Determine Algebraically Whether the Function Is Even, Odd, or Neither $f ( x ) = 2 x ^ { 3 } - 4$

question 281

Multiple Choice

Determine algebraically whether the function is even, odd, or neither.
- $f ( x ) = 2 x ^ { 3 } - 4$

• A) even
• B) odd
• C) neither

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Definitions:

Ethylamine

A simple organic compound (C2H5NH2) characterized by an ethyl group attached to an amine group, used in chemical synthesis.

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