10
QuizMultiple Choice

Quadratics and Complex Numbers — Test

Question 10 • Algebra II

Which equation has a graph that lies entirely above the x -axis?

Answer
A
y is equal to open paren x minus 7 close paren squared
B
y is equal to open paren x minus 7 close paren squared minus 7
C
y is equal to negative open paren x plus 7 close paren squared plus 7
D
y is equal to open paren x minus 7 close paren squared plus 7

Explanation

In choice A, y = (x − 7)² + 7. A square is always at least 0, so y is always at least 7, which is greater than 0; therefore its graph stays entirely above the x-axis. Choice C reaches y = 0, while choices B and D have points below the x-axis.

AI-written and checked against the verified answer.

Previous
Next