Compute the average rate of change of f from x1 to x2. Round your answer to two decimal places whenappropriate. Interpret your result graphically.f(x) = x3 - 5x, x1= 2 and x2= 4
A. -23; the slope of the line passing through (2, f(2)) and (4, f(4)) is -23.
B. 7; the slope of the line passing through (2, f(2)) and (4, f(4)) is 7.
C. -7; the slope of the line passing through (2, f(2)) and (4, f(4)) is -7.
D. 23; the slope of the line passing through (2, f(2)) and (4, f(4)) is 23.
Answer: D
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