The function $f(x) = 6-6x-2x^2$
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Strictly decreasing for $x >-\frac{3}{2}$
Given the function $f(x) = 6 - 6x - 2x^2$.
To find where $f(x)$ is strictly decreasing, compute the first derivative:
$$f'(x) = -6 - 4x.$$
For $f(x)$ to be strictly decreasing, $f'(x) < 0$:
$$-6 - 4x < 0.$$
Rearrange:
$$-4x < 6$$
$$x > -\frac{3}{2}.$$
Therefore, $f(x)$ is strictly decreasing for $x > -\frac{3}{2}$.