Which word describes the slope of the line? positive negative zero undefined

Ricardo ran the 400 meter race 3 times his fastest time was 54.3 seconds his slowest time was 56.1 seconds if his average time was 55.0 seconds what was his time for the third race

Find the zero function by factoring (try to show work) h(x)=-x^2-6x-9

At the electronics store you have a coupon for 20% off up to 2 cds you buy for cds with the original cost of $10.99 each the sales tax is 5% what is the total cost of your purchase