Math Problem Statement

Evaluate the following given f(x)=3x2

Solution

Given the function f(x)=3x2f(x) = 3x^2, this is a quadratic function. Let's evaluate the function for different values of xx. I'll show how to do this step by step:

General Form:

f(x)=3x2f(x) = 3x^2

Example Evaluations:

  1. For x=1x = 1: f(1)=3(1)2=3×1=3f(1) = 3(1)^2 = 3 \times 1 = 3

  2. For x=2x = 2: f(2)=3(2)2=3×4=12f(2) = 3(2)^2 = 3 \times 4 = 12

  3. For x=1x = -1: f(1)=3(1)2=3×1=3f(-1) = 3(-1)^2 = 3 \times 1 = 3

Would you like more examples or details on this?

Here are 5 relative questions for you to consider:

  1. How would you find the vertex of this quadratic function?
  2. What happens to the function when x=0x = 0?
  3. What is the general shape of the graph of f(x)=3x2f(x) = 3x^2?
  4. How does the coefficient 3 affect the steepness of the parabola?
  5. Can this function have negative values?

Tip: The coefficient of x2x^2 determines whether the parabola opens upward or downward and affects its width!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Quadratic Functions

Formulas

f(x) = 3x^2
Quadratic function general form ax^2 + bx + c

Theorems

Quadratic function properties
Vertex of a parabola
Parabola opening direction

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10