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Lesson 4 - Graph 𝑦 = 𝑎(𝑥 − 𝑟)(𝑥 − 𝑠)

Learning Goals:
❏ Sketch graphs of a quadratic relation in factored form 𝑦 = 𝑎(𝑥 − 𝑟)(𝑥 − 𝑠)
Success Criteria:
❏ I can determine the zeros/roots (x-intercepts) by identifying the r and s values
❏ I can determine the x-coordinate of the vertex by finding the midpoint of zeros and substituting that value into the
quadratic function to find the y-coordinate of the vertex

Task 1
2
1. Graph the relation 2(𝑥 + 1) − 8

2. What are the x-intercepts?

3. Convert the equation to standard form by expanding and simplifying.

4. Convert the equation to factored form by factoring.

5. How does the factored form of the equation relate to the x intercepts.

6. How could you locate the vertex using the x intercepts?

Task 2
Sketch a graph (without using a table of values) of

by determining the zeros and the vertex.

Task

1. The Dufferin Gate is a parabolic arch

that is approximately 20 meters tall, and
approximately 22 meters wide.
a) Sketch a graph of the arch with
the left base located on the
x-axis at 4 units to the left of the
origin. Label the x-intercepts and
vertex.

b) What is the x-coordinate of the

vertex, in relation to the zeroes?

c) Determine an equation in
factored form to model the arch.

d) Determine an equation in vertex

form to model the arch.