Understanding Quadratic Functions

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What is a quadratic function?

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What is the standard form of a quadratic function?

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What is the vertex of a parabola?

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The vertex of a parabola is the highest or lowest point on the graph, depending on whether it opens upwards or downwards.

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What is the axis of symmetry in a parabola?

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How do you find the range of a quadratic function?

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What is the y-intercept of a quadratic function?

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What are the zeros of a quadratic function?

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What is the difference between maximum and minimum values in a quadratic function?

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A maximum value occurs at the vertex of a downward-opening parabola, while a minimum value occurs at the vertex of an upward-opening parabola.

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How can you determine if a quadratic function opens upwards or downwards?

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What is the formula to find the vertex of a parabola given the standard form?

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