Identify the Given Function as a Linear Function, a Quadratic $$f ( x ) = x ^ { 2 } - 3 x - 18$$

question 7

Multiple Choice

Identify the given function as a linear function, a quadratic function, or a rational function.
- $$f ( x ) = x ^ { 2 } - 3 x - 18$$

• A) Rational
• B) Linear
• C) Quadratic

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