The function f(x)=x^2 + ax + b has a minimum at (3,9) what are the values of a and b

Step-by-step explanation:

The function is f(x)=x^2 + ax + b

Derivate the function:

● f'(x)= 2x + a

Solve the equation f'(x)=0 to find a

The minimum is at (3,9)

Replace x with 9

● 0 = 2×3 + a

● 0 = 6 + a

● a = -6

So the value of a is -6

Hence the equation is x^2 -6x+b

We have a khown point at (3,9)

● 9 = 3^2 -6×3 +b

● 9 = 9 -18 + b

● 9 = -9 +b

● b = 18

So the equation is x^2-6x+18

Verify by graphing the function.

The vetex is (3,9) and it is a minimum so the equation is right

your answer would be 10x - 1