Find the difference quotient, , for the function and simplify it.p(x) = 3 - 8x3

A. -9x2
B. -8(3x2 - 3x - h)
C. -8(3x2 + 3xh + h2)
D. -8(x2 - xh - h2)


Answer: C

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