Algebra 1 MAAP review

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What is the formula for a linear function?

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f(x) = mx + b, where m is the slope and b is the y-intercept.

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How do you find the value of a function at a specific point?

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Substitute the specific value into the function's equation.

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What are the steps to factor a quadratic equation?

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1. Write the equation in standard form. 2. Find two numbers that multiply to the constant term and add to the linear coefficient. 3. Rewrite the equation using these numbers.

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What is the definition of a zero of a function?

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A zero of a function is a value of x that makes the function equal to zero.

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What does completing the square involve?

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Rewriting a quadratic equation in the form (x - p)^2 = q to find the vertex and maximum or minimum values.

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What is the mean of a set of numbers?

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The mean is the sum of all numbers divided by the count of numbers.

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How do you determine the maximum height of a projectile?

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Find the vertex of the quadratic function that models the height.

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What is the standard form of a quadratic equation?

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The standard form is ax^2 + bx + c = 0, where a, b, and c are constants.

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What does it mean to factor completely?

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To express a polynomial as a product of its irreducible factors.

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What is the significance of the coefficients in a quadratic equation?

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The coefficients determine the shape and position of the parabola represented by the equation.