Which second degree polynomial function has a leading coefficient of –1 and root 4 with multiplicity 2? f(x) = –x2 – 8x – 16 f(x) = –x2 8x – 16 f(x) = –x2 – 8x 16 f(x) = –x2 8x 16

Which statement best describes gravity? it is the force that repels only very small objects. it is the force that acts between objects with zero mass. it is the force that sometimes acts only on very large objects. it is the force that acts between any two objects in the universe.

Spider crabs live in the shallow regions of the ocean floor. algae tend to grow on the surface of spider crabs. the algae provide the crabs protection from predators by camouflaging them. the spider crabs give the algae shelter. what does this description suggest? 1. the algae are parasites of the spider crabs. 2. the algae and the spider crabs have a mutualistic relationship. 3. the spider crabs are commensals, and the algae are parasites. 4. the spider crabs benefit from the algae living on them. 5. the spider crabs are parasites of the algae.

The smokey mountains have over 2,100 miles of rushing mountain streams and rivers that flow through the park. in each mile lives a diverse community of native fish, amphibians, insects, and larvae, some of which are found only in the southern appalachians. park managers and scientific researchers test many factors such as fish populations, the watersheds and water tests to determine a) too many lizards are present b) the water quality of the stream c) rainwater is running into local streams d) if visitors to the park are overstaying their welcome