Chapter 3 Test: Quadratics

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What is a quadratic equation?

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What is the standard form of a quadratic equation?

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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 a perfect square trinomial?

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What does it mean to complete the square?

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Completing the square is a method used to convert a quadratic equation into a perfect square trinomial, making it easier to solve or graph.

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What is the axis of symmetry in a parabola?

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What transformations can be applied to the graph of a quadratic function?

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Transformations include shifts (up, down, left, right), reflections (over the x-axis), and stretches or compressions (vertical or horizontal).

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How do you convert a quadratic equation to standard form?

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

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