1. We could do some math here.....but.....using logic is better
Note that if we put 0 into these functions....the result wll just be the last term
So....since (0,2) is on the graph....the last term will be + 2
There are only two answers that are possible
Now...think about this......
Since (-2, 18) and (0,2) are on the graph...it must "higher" on y at x = -2 than it is at x = 0
And it rises back to 42 at x = 4
So...this parabola must turn upward [ graph these points, NSS, to convince yourself of this ]
So remember that a parabola that turns upward always has a positive first term
So....by elimination....the third answer is correct...the first term is positive and the last term is + 2