ECZ 2016 · O-Level Paper 1 — Quadratic Functions
For the graph y = 3 − 2x − x², find the coordinates of the turning point.

- A. (1, 0)
- B. (−1, 6)
- C. (−1, 4)
- D. (−1, −4)
Verified working — step 1
The turning point lies on the axis x = −1. Substituting: y = 3 − 2(−1) − (−1)² = 3 + 2 − 1 = …The full step-by-step working and final answer are included with Premium — checked against ECZ marking standards.
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