Find the Vertex of the Graph of the Function $f ( x ) = 3 x ^ { 2 } + 18 x + 23$

question 5

Multiple Choice

Find the vertex of the graph of the function.
- $f ( x ) = 3 x ^ { 2 } + 18 x + 23$

• A) \(( - 3 , - 4 )\)
• B) \(( - 4 , - 3 )\)
• C) \(( 5,4 )\)
• D) \(( 4,5 )\)

Recognize the common themes across natural science disciplines.

Know the characteristics of scientific theories that suggest new research directions.

Understand the concept and importance of null hypothesis in scientific research.

Appreciate the significance of objectivity and the empirical approach in natural sciences.

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