Which one of the following statements correctly describes the graph of the quadratic…

MATHEMATICS · Single correct · A Level · Mathematics · Algebra and Functions · Algebra and Functions

Problem

Which one of the following statements correctly describes the graph of the quadratic polynomial

y=4x^{2}+4x+1

? (a) It lies completely below the

x

–axis without touching it. (b) It cuts the

x

–axis at two distinct points. (c) It touches the

x

–axis at exactly one point. (d) It lies completely above the

x

–axis without touching it.