Math Problem Statement
The expression StartFraction f left parenthesis x plus h right parenthesis minus f left parenthesis x right parenthesis Over h EndFraction for hnot equals0 is called the difference quotient. Find and simplify the difference quotient for the following function. f(x)equalsnegative 9xsquaredplus2xplus8
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Difference Quotient
Polynomials
Quadratic Functions
Formulas
Difference Quotient: (f(x + h) - f(x)) / h
Expansion of (x + h)^2: x^2 + 2xh + h^2
Theorems
Difference Quotient Definition
Polynomial Expansion
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12