Algebra 1 Review

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What is an Axis of Symmetry?

Back

The invisible line that divides the parabola in half.

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What is the standard form of a quadratic function?

Back

y = ax² + bx + c

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What is the vertex of a Quadratic Function?

Back

The highest or lowest point of a parabola.

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Which parent function does the graph represent if it is a straight line?

Back

Linear.

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What is the orange line called in a parabola?

Back

Axis of Symmetry.

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What does the 'a' in the quadratic function y = ax² + bx + c represent?

Back

The coefficient that determines the direction and width of the parabola.

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What is the significance of the discriminant in a quadratic equation?

Back

It determines the nature of the roots (real and distinct, real and equal, or complex).

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How do you find the x-intercepts of a quadratic function?

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By setting y = 0 and solving the equation ax² + bx + c = 0.

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What is the formula for the vertex of a parabola in standard form?

Back

x = -b/(2a) for the x-coordinate, then substitute to find y.

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What is the axis of symmetry for the quadratic function y = ax² + bx + c?

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x = -b/(2a).