Quadratic Functions

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What is a quadratic function?

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What shape does the graph of a quadratic function form?

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The graph of a quadratic function forms a parabola, which can open upwards or downwards depending on the sign of the coefficient 'a'.

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What is the vertex of a parabola?

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The vertex of a parabola is the highest or lowest point on the graph, depending on whether it opens upwards or downwards.

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How do you find the vertex of a quadratic function in standard form?

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What is the axis of symmetry in a quadratic function?

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What is the difference between maximum and minimum in quadratic functions?

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A maximum occurs at the vertex of a downward-opening parabola, while a minimum occurs at the vertex of an upward-opening parabola.

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What are the x-intercepts of a quadratic function?

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What is the quadratic formula?

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What does the discriminant tell us about a quadratic function?

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What is the standard form of a quadratic function?

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