What is the first step in finding the maximum or minimum value of a quadratic equation by factoring?

• Identify the axis of symmetry

• Find the zeros of the equation

• Identify and factor out any common factors

• Substitute values into the equation

After factoring the quadratic equation, what are the zeros of the equation x^2 + 4x - 5?

• x = -5 and x = -1

• x = 5 and x = -1

• x = 5 and x = 1

• x = -5 and x = 1

How do you find the axis of symmetry for a quadratic equation?

• By subtracting the zeros and dividing by two

• By adding the zeros and dividing by two

• By finding the midpoint of the zeros

• By multiplying the zeros

What is the y-value at the vertex when x = -2 is substituted into the original equation?

• 12

• 24

• 29

• 15

Why is the vertex considered a maximum in this quadratic equation?

• Because the a value is positive

• Because the zeros are positive

• Because the zeros are negative

• Because the a value is negative