Simplifying the difference quotient of a quadratic function

Simplifying the difference quotient of a quadratic function

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to evaluate functions by substituting different inputs, focusing on the function 3X^2 + 2X. It demonstrates the process of finding F of X + H, including expanding and distributing terms. The tutorial concludes with simplifying the difference between F of X + H and F of X, highlighting key steps and common pitfalls.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial function given in the video?

x^2 + 2x

2x^2 + 3x

x^2 + 3x

3x^2 + 2x

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

If f(x) = x + 1, what is f(-2)?

-3

-1

0

1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do you evaluate f(P-1) for f(x) = x + 1?

P + 1

P - 1

P

P - 2

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the first step in finding f(x + h) for the function 3x^2 + 2x?

Add h to the function

Substitute x + h into the function

Multiply the function by h

Divide the function by h

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which algebraic technique is used to expand (x + h)^2?

Completing the Square

Distributive Property

FOIL Method

Quadratic Formula

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of subtracting f(x) from f(x + h)?

To find the limit

To simplify the expression

To eliminate h

To find the derivative

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final simplified expression of the difference quotient?

3h + 6x + 2

3x + 6h + 2

3h + 2x + 6

3x + 2h + 6