Vocabulary
Every quadratic equation has a U-shaped graph called this.
What is parabola?
Graph the equation. Must include vertex, and at least one point on each side. y=(x-5)(x-1)
What is graph on board?
5x^2 + x - 1 = 0
What is standard form?
This is the number before the x^2 that determines whether a parabola opens up or down.
What is the leading coefficient?
The line that runs through the vertex and divides the parabola in half.
What is axis of symmetry?
y = - 1/2 (x + 7) - 4
What is vertex form?
Name the vertex 2x^2 + 4x - 6 = 0?
What is (-1,-8)?