Question 9
InequalitiesWhat is the highest possible value of 8/(1 + x2) if 0 ≤ x ≤ 3?
- A.8
- B.4
- C.2
- D.16
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Answer: A (8)
Explanation
The fraction is largest when the denominator is smallest, at x = 0: 8/1 = 8.
What is the highest possible value of 8/(1 + x2) if 0 ≤ x ≤ 3?
Answer: A (8)
The fraction is largest when the denominator is smallest, at x = 0: 8/1 = 8.