Math 2 - Final Review

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Which point is the vertex of the parabola?

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The vertex is the point where the parabola changes direction. In the given options, the vertex is (-5, -9).

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What does it mean if a function has a maximum value?

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A maximum value is the highest point on the graph of a function. For example, if a function has a maximum at 4, it means that 4 is the highest y-value the function reaches.

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How do you determine the solutions of a quadratic equation from its graph?

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The solutions (or roots) of a quadratic equation are the x-values where the graph intersects the x-axis.

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What is another term for the zeros of a function?

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The zeros of a function are also known as the roots.

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What does the 'c' represent in the quadratic equation y=ax²+bx+c?

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In the quadratic equation, 'c' represents the y-intercept, which is the point where the graph intersects the y-axis.

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What is the axis of symmetry in a parabola?

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The axis of symmetry is a vertical line that divides the parabola into two mirror-image halves. It passes through the vertex.

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What is the difference between a maximum and a minimum value in a function?

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A maximum value is the highest point on the graph, while a minimum value is the lowest point.

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How can you identify the direction of a parabola?

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The direction of a parabola opens upwards if the coefficient of x² is positive and downwards if it is negative.

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

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The vertex is the point where the function reaches its maximum or minimum value and is crucial for graphing the function.

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What are the roots of a quadratic equation?

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The roots are the values of x that make the equation equal to zero, found where the graph intersects the x-axis.