Quadratic Functions Review for tutoring

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What is a quadratic function?

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What is the standard form of a quadratic function?

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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 axis of symmetry for a quadratic function?

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What are the zeros of a quadratic function?

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The zeros of a quadratic function are the values of x for which the function equals zero, also known as the x-intercepts.

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What is the y-intercept of a quadratic function?

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What does it mean for a quadratic function to have two zeros?

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A quadratic function has two zeros when its graph intersects the x-axis at two distinct points.

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What is the discriminant in a quadratic equation?

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What does a positive discriminant indicate?

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A positive discriminant indicates that the quadratic equation has two distinct real roots.

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What does a negative discriminant indicate?

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A negative discriminant indicates that the quadratic equation has no real roots, only complex roots.