Mastering Quadratic Equations Vocabulary

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Definition of a Quadratic Equation

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An equation of the form ax² + bx + c = 0, where a ≠ 0.

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Standard Form

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ax² + bx + c = 0

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Factoring Method

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Express as (px + q)(rx + s) = 0

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Zero Product Property

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If ab = 0, then a = 0 or b = 0.

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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Quadratic Formula

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x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / (2a)

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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Discriminant

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b² - 4ac

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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Completing the Square

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Transform ax²+ bx + c to (x + d)² = e

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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Vertex Form

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y = a(x - h)² + k

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Axis of Symmetry

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x = -b / (2a)

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Graph Shape

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Parabola