Quadratic Word Problems 2024

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What is a quadratic function?

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A quadratic function is a polynomial function of degree 2, typically in the form f(x) = ax² + bx + c, where a, b, and c are constants and a ≠ 0.

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What does the vertex of a quadratic function represent?

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The vertex of a quadratic function represents the maximum or minimum point of the graph, depending on the direction of the parabola.

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How do you find the vertex of a quadratic function in standard form?

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The vertex (h, k) can be found using the formula h = -b/(2a) and k = f(h), where f(x) is the quadratic function.

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What is the significance of the coefficient 'a' in a quadratic function?

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The coefficient 'a' determines the direction of the parabola: if a > 0, the parabola opens upwards; if a < 0, it opens downwards.

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What is the formula for the height of an object in projectile motion?

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The height h(t) of an object in projectile motion can be modeled by the equation h(t) = -16t² + vt + h₀, where v is the initial velocity and h₀ is the initial height.

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How do you determine the maximum height of a projectile?

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To determine the maximum height, find the vertex of the quadratic function representing the height, using the vertex formula.

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What is the role of gravity in projectile motion equations?

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In projectile motion equations, gravity is represented by the coefficient -16 in the height equation, which accounts for the acceleration due to gravity in feet per second squared.

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What is the maximum profit in a profit function modeled by a quadratic equation?

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The maximum profit can be found by determining the vertex of the profit function, which is a quadratic equation.

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How can you use a graphing calculator to solve quadratic equations?

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You can use a graphing calculator to plot the quadratic function and visually identify the vertex or use the calculator's built-in functions to find the roots and vertex.

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What does it mean if a quadratic function has no real roots?

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If a quadratic function has no real roots, it means the graph does not intersect the x-axis, indicating that the function does not have any x-values for which f(x) = 0.