Grade 9 · Math

Evaluate a quadratic function practice

Evaluate a squared-variable function at signed inputs.

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If f(x) = 5x2 + (2), what is f(0)?

  1. 0
  2. 2
  3. 5
  4. 6
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f(0) = 5 × (0)2 + (2) = 2.

A little hint: Square the input before multiplying by the coefficient.

A teaching tip

Square the entire signed input before multiplying by its coefficient.

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