Algebra 2 - Chapter 4 Terms

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Quadratic Function

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A polynomial function of degree 2, generally represented as f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c.

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Parabola

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The graph of a quadratic function, a U-shaped curve.

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Vertex Form

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A way to express the quadratic function as f(x) = a(x-h)^2 + k, where (h, k) is the vertex.

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Quadratic Function Standard Form

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The standard form of a quadratic function is f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c.

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Graphing Translation

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The shifting of a graph horizontally, vertically, or both.

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Vertex of Parabola

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The highest or lowest point on the graph of a parabola.

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Axis of Symmetry

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A line that divides the parabola into two mirror images, passing through the vertex.

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Y-intercept

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The point where the graph of a function crosses the y-axis.

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Modeling with Quadratic Function

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Using quadratic functions to represent real-world situations.

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Quadratic Model

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A model that uses a quadratic function to represent data.