Graphing in Vertex Form

What is the vertex of the function y = (x - 3)^2 - 1?

• (3, -1)

• (-3, 1)

• (3, 1)

• (-3, -1)

What does the axis of symmetry represent in a parabola?

• The horizontal shift of the parabola

• The maximum height of the parabola

• The point where the parabola crosses the y-axis

• A vertical line that divides the parabola into two symmetric parts

What is the formula for the axis of symmetry in the function y = (x - 3)^2 - 1?

• x = 3

• x = -3

• y = 3

• y = -1

How do you find the y-intercept of a parabola in vertex form?

• Add the vertex coordinates together

• Set y to 0 and solve for x

• Multiply the vertex by -1

• Set x to 0 and solve for y

What is the y-intercept of the function y = (x - 3)^2 - 1?

• (-8, 0)

• (8, 0)

• (0, -8)

• (0, 8)

What is the purpose of the y mirror point in graphing?

• To identify the vertex of the parabola

• To find additional points based on symmetry

• To calculate the area under the curve

• To determine the maximum height of the parabola

What is the vertex of the function y = (x + 2)^2 - 2?

• (-2, -2)

• (2, 2)

• (-2, 2)

• (2, -2)

What is the axis of symmetry for the function y = (x + 2)^2 - 2?

• x = -2

• x = 2

• y = 2

• y = -2

What is the y-intercept of the function y = (x + 2)^2 - 2?

• (0, 2)

• (0, -2)

• (-2, 0)

• (2, 0)

How does the y mirror point help in graphing the parabola?

• By providing a symmetric point across the axis of symmetry

• By indicating the end points of the parabola

• By showing the direction of opening of the parabola

• By determining the steepness of the parabola