Let a and b be real numbers where a 0. Which of the following functions could represent the graph below? f(x) = x(x – a)3(x – b)3
f(x) = (x – a)2(x – b)4
f(x) = x(x – a)6(x – b)2
f(x) = (x – a)5(x – b)

16x^2-16x=5 solve the equation by completing the square

Aplane is flying at 32,500 feet. it needs to rise to 36,000 feet in two stages.• in stage 1, it rises 5% of its initial altitude of 32,500 feet.• in stage 2, it rises at a rate of 125 feet per minute. how many minutes does it take for the plane to rise during stage 2?

You’re ordering more thread for blue jeans co. you usually purchase from ted’s threads, which sells 12 thread spools for $27. you recently received a notice from wade's wares that says you can buy thread from them for $2.30 each for the first 2 dozen and $2 a spool thereafter. you need to order 5 dozen spools. what percentage can you save by going with wade’s wares?