Key Features of Quadratics

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What is a quadratic function?

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What does the 'a' value in a quadratic function determine?

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The 'a' value determines the direction of the parabola. If 'a' is positive, the parabola opens upwards; if 'a' is negative, it opens downwards.

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What is the vertex of a quadratic function?

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What is the axis of symmetry in a quadratic function?

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What is the range of a quadratic function that opens upwards?

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What is the range of a quadratic function that opens downwards?

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How do you find the x-intercepts of a quadratic function?

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

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What is a parabola?

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A parabola is the graph of a quadratic function. It is a U-shaped curve that can open upwards or downwards.

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What does it mean for a quadratic function to be in vertex form?

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