Functions and Trig Midterm Exam

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What is a quadratic function?

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What does the vertex of a parabola represent?

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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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What is the standard form of a quadratic equation?

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How do you find the axis of symmetry for a quadratic function?

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What is the significance of the 'a' value in a quadratic function?

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What is the end behavior of a polynomial function?

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What is the slope of a line?

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The slope of a line is a measure of its steepness, calculated as the change in y over the change in x (rise over run).

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What does it mean for a slope to be undefined?

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An undefined slope occurs in vertical lines where the change in x is zero, leading to division by zero.

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What is the general form of a linear equation?

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How do you determine if a function is increasing or decreasing?

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A function is increasing if its derivative is positive and decreasing if its derivative is negative.