Quadratic Functions Test

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What is a quadratic function?

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What are the roots of a quadratic function?

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The roots (or zeros) of a quadratic function are the values of x for which the function equals zero. They can be found using factoring, completing the square, or the quadratic formula.

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What is the vertex of a quadratic function?

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How do you determine the direction of a parabola?

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The direction of a parabola is determined by the coefficient 'a' in the quadratic function. If 'a' is positive, the parabola opens upwards; if 'a' is negative, it opens downwards.

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What is the axis of symmetry in a quadratic function?

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What is the maximum or minimum value of a quadratic function?

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The maximum or minimum value of a quadratic function occurs at the vertex. If the parabola opens upwards, it has a minimum value; if it opens downwards, it has a maximum value.

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How do you find the range of a quadratic function?

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What is the quadratic formula?

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What does the discriminant of a quadratic equation indicate?

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How can you determine if a quadratic function is a maximum or minimum?

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