Question

Determine whether the graph of y = −2x2 + 7x − 10 opens up or down and whether it has a maximum or minimum

a. Up; Maximum
b. Up; Minimum
c. Down; Maximum
d. Down; Minimum

Answer 1

The negative leading coefficient means it open down.
The leading coefficient is the coefficient of the x^2 term.
A coefficient is the number part of a term.
When a parabola opens down, thet means it goes from a maximum point downward for ever.

Answer 2

Thanks!

Answer 3

You're welcome.