First Rewrite the Quadratic Function in Standard Form by Completing $f ( x ) = x ^ { 2 } + 18 x + 66 \quad$

question 229

Multiple Choice

First rewrite the quadratic function in standard form by completing the square, then find any x-intercepts and any y-intercepts.
- $f ( x ) = x ^ { 2 } + 18 x + 66 \quad$ Give your answers in exact form.

• A) x-intercepts: \(- 9 - \sqrt { 15 }\) and \(- 9 + \sqrt { 15 } ; y\)-intercept: 66
• B) x-intercepts: \(- 18 - \sqrt { 66 }\) and \(- 18 + \sqrt { 66 } ;\) y-intercept: \(- 66\)
• C) x-intercepts: \(9 - \sqrt { 66 }\) and \(9 + \sqrt { 66 } ; y\)-intercept: 66
• D) \(x\)-intercepts: \(9 + \sqrt { 15 } ; y\)-intercept: \(- 66\)

Analyze the impact of time to expiration on the value of options.

Distinguish between intrinsic value and time value in the context of option pricing.

Understand the concepts of delta, gamma, and other Greek letters in option pricing.

Recognize how dividends and stock splits affect option pricing.

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