Find the Intervals on Which the Function Is Increasing and the Intervals

question 203

Multiple Choice

Find the intervals on which the function is increasing and the intervals on which the function is decreasing.
- $$f ( x ) = - 2 x ^ { 2 } + 3 x + 1$$

• A) Increasing on \(( - \infty , 1 )\); decreasing on \(( - 1 , \infty )\)
• B) Increasing on \(( - \infty , 0 )\); decreasing on \(( 0 , \infty )\)
• C) Increasing on \(\left( - \infty , \frac { 3 } { 4 } \right)\); decreasing on \(\left( \frac { 3 } { 4 } , \infty \right)\)
• D) Increasing on \(\left( - \infty , \frac { 3 } { 8 } \right)\); decreasing on \(\left( \frac { 3 } { 8 } , \infty \right)\)

Identify the characteristics of risk-averse, risk-neutral, and risk-loving behaviors.

Calculate expected utility to make informed decisions in uncertain situations.

Understand the role and calculation of insurance in managing risks.

Recognize the difference between expected value and expected utility.

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