Algebra 1 Final Exam Review

Front

What is the term for the value of x where a function crosses the x-axis?

Back

x-intercept

Front

What is the vertex of the parabola represented by the equation y = x² - 8x + 14?

Back

(4, -2)

Front

What is the first step in solving the equation x² + 6x - 13 = 3?

Back

Subtract 3 from both sides.

Front

Factor the quadratic expression: 3x² - 10x + 8.

Back

(3x - 4)(x - 2)

Front

What are the points where a parabola intersects the x-axis called?

Back

x-intercepts

Front

What is the term for the highest or lowest point of a parabola?

Back

Vertex

Front

What is the axis of symmetry in a parabola?

Back

A vertical line that divides the parabola into two mirror-image halves.

Front

What does it mean to factor a quadratic expression?

Back

To express it as a product of its linear factors.

Front

What is the standard form of a quadratic equation?

Back

y = ax² + bx + c, where a, b, and c are constants.

Front

What is the quadratic formula used for?

Back

To find the solutions (roots) of a quadratic equation.