Arrange these functions from the greatest to the least value based on the average rate of change in the specified interval.
f(x) = x2 + 3x
interval: (-2, 3]
f(x) = 3x - 8
interval: [4, 5]
f(x) = x2 - 2x
interval: (-3, 4]
f(x)=x2.5
interval: [1, 11

The alkali metals (group 1) consist of lithium (3), sodium (11), potassium (19), rubidium (37), cesium (55), and francium (87). they are soft, metallic solids with low densities and low melting points. based on the data shown in figure 1, how many valence electrons do alkali metals share?

Consider the story you just read. all but one of the choices below indicate that something is living.

Which liquid (h2o, h2o + soap, or h2o + salt) has the strongest cohesion and adhesion? (need now plz)