The question on the screen asks for the domain and range of the function $f(x) = -4x^2 + 3x - 3$.

Step-by-Step Solution

1. Determine the Domain:

• This function is a quadratic function (a polynomial) with respect to $x$. Quadratic functions are defined for all real values of $x$.
• Thus, the domain of $f(x)$ is: $\text{Domain} = \mathbb{R} \quad \text{(all real numbers)}$

2. Determine the Range:

• Since the leading coefficient $-4$ is negative, the parabola opens downward, indicating that the function has a maximum value.
• To find the maximum value, we use the vertex formula. For a quadratic function in the form $ax^2 + bx + c$, the $x$-coordinate of the vertex is given by: $x = -\frac{b}{2a}$
• Here, $a = -4$ and $b = 3$, so: $x = -\frac{3}{2 \cdot -4} = \frac{3}{8}$
• Substitute $x = \frac{3}{8}$ back into the function to find the corresponding $y$-value (maximum value): $f\left(\frac{3}{8}\right) = -4\left(\frac{3}{8}\right)^2 + 3\left(\frac{3}{8}\right) - 3$ Simplify this expression: $= -4 \cdot \frac{9}{64} + \frac{9}{8} - 3$ $= -\frac{36}{64} + \frac{9}{8} - 3$ $= -\frac{9}{16} + \frac{9}{8} - 3$ Simplifying further gives the maximum value, which will be the highest point of the range.

Since the parabola opens downward, the range of $f(x)$ is: $\text{Range} = (-\infty, \text{maximum value}]$

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Further Related Questions

1. What is the significance of the vertex in a quadratic function?
2. How does the sign of the leading coefficient affect the direction of a parabola?
3. Can the range of any quadratic function be all real numbers?
4. How would you find the domain and range of more complex functions, like rational or radical functions?
5. What are the characteristics of quadratic functions that make them different from linear functions?

Tip: Remember, the domain of a polynomial function is always all real numbers, as polynomials have no restrictions on $x$-values.