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Graphing Quadratic Functions 4
Graphing Quadratic Functions 4
Graphing Quadratic Functions 4
LESSON
Understanding Quadratic Functions
6-1
Practice and Problem Solving: Modified
Determine the characteristics of each quadratic function. The first one
is done for you.
1 2
1. y = x 2. y = −0.4 x 2
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(0, 0)
Vertex: _____________________________________ Vertex: _________________________________
0
Minimum (if any): ___________________________ Minimum (if any): _______________________
none
Maximum (if any): __________________________ Maximum (if any): ______________________
2
y=x
Parent function: ____________________________ Parent function: ________________________
compression
Stretch or compression? ____________________ Stretch or compression? ________________
y = ax2
45 = a(3)2
45 = 9a
a = ____ ______________________________________
5. The graphs of both y = 3.5x2 and y = −3.5x2 have the same vertex.
What are the coordinates of the vertex?
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UNIT 3 Quadratic Functions
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