Is 2(–2) + 6(2) equivalent to (–3)(–3) + (–1)(1)? Let negative numbers be represented with a "–" symbol and positive numbers be represented by "+" symbol. Use a pictorial model to justify your answer.

The graph of the function f(x) = (x + 2)(x + 6) is shown below. which statement about the function is true? the function is positive for all real values of x where x > –4. the function is negative for all real values of x where –6 < x < –2. the function is positive for all real values of x where x < –6 or x > –3. the function is negative for all real values of x where x < –2.