Find the least value of the function (f(x) = 3x^{2} + 18x + 32).

FURTHER MATHEMATICSWAEC 2006

Find the least value of the function \(f(x) = 3x^{2} + 18x + 32\).

  • A. 5
  • B. 4
  • C. -3
  • D. -2

Correct Answer: A. 5

Explanation

\(f(x) = 3x^{2} + 18x + 32\)

\(\frac{\mathrm d y}{\mathrm d x} = 6x + 18 = 0\)

\(6x = -18 \implies x = -3\)

\(f(-3) = 3(-3^{2}) + 18(-3) + 32 = 27 - 54 + 32 = 5\)

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