Find the average rate of change of $h(x) = -2x + 8$ from $x = 6$ to $x = 9$. Simplify your answer as much as possible.
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When x = 6: h(6) = -2(6) + 8 h(6) = -12 + 8 h(6) = -4 When x = 9: h(9) = -2(9) + 8 h(9) = -18 + 8 h(9) = -10 Show more…
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