In what quadrants is sec x negative?

Given f(x) = 17-x^2what is the average rate of change in f(x) over the interval [1, 5]?

The radius of the base of a cylinder is 10 centimeters, and its height is 20 centimeters. a cone is used to fill the cylinder with water. the radius of the cone's base is 5 centimeters, and its height is 10 centimeters.

Arecipe calls for 2 2/4 cups of raisins, but julie only has a 1/4 measuring cup. how many 1/4 cups is needed to measure out 2 2/4 cups of raisins?