How do i put f(x) = -x^2 + 8x + 9 in vertex form?

Arectangular exercise mat has a perimeter of 36 feet the length of the mat is twich the width writeand solve an equation to determine the length in feet. of the mat then find the area in square feet of the mart

Write the sentence as an equation. b increased by 281 is d

Which of the following are independent events? a) knowing that it is going to rain tomorrow, and bringing an umbrella to schoolb) knowing that you have to get up early tomorrow, and going to bed before 9 p.mc) knowing that it is going to rain tomorrow, and going to bed before 9 p.md) knowing that you have a test in school tomorrow, and studying thw night before