MidTerm Review

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What is a vertical asymptote?

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A vertical asymptote is a line that a graph approaches but never touches or crosses. It occurs where a function's value becomes infinite, typically at points where the denominator of a rational function is zero.

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How do you find the vertical asymptotes of a rational function?

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To find vertical asymptotes, set the denominator of the rational function equal to zero and solve for the variable.

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What is the quadratic parent function?

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How do transformations affect the quadratic parent function?

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What is the process of eliminating a parameter in parametric equations?

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To eliminate a parameter, solve one of the equations for the parameter, then substitute that expression into the other equation to express it in terms of the remaining variable.

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What is the absolute value parent function?

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How do you translate the absolute value parent function?

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What is a translation in graphing functions?

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A translation is a shift of a graph in a specific direction without changing its shape. It can be horizontal (left/right) or vertical (up/down).

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What does it mean for a function to be translated 3 units to the right and 5 units upward?

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What is the significance of the vertex in a quadratic function?

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The vertex is the highest or lowest point of the parabola, depending on its orientation. It represents the minimum or maximum value of the function.