Use the Equation and the Corresponding Graph for the Quadratic $f(x)=(x-5)^{2}-2$

question 474

Multiple Choice

Use the equation and the corresponding graph for the quadratic function to find what is requested.
- $f(x) =(x-5) ^{2}-2$

Find the coordinates of the vertex.

• A) \(( 5,0 )\)
• B) \(( - 5 , - 2 )\)
• C) \(( - 5,2 )\)
• D) \(( 5 , - 2 )\)

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