Learn how to use a table to graph a quadratic equation

The video tutorial guides students through graphing a quadratic equation, y = x^2 - 5x - 2. It covers identifying coefficients, finding the axis of symmetry, calculating the vertex, simplifying expressions, and plotting points to complete the graph. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the process and visualizing the graph, using both fractions and decimals for clarity.

What is the coefficient of the quadratic term in the equation y = x^2 - 5x - 2?

• -5

• 1

• 0

• -2

How do you find the axis of symmetry for the equation y = x^2 - 5x - 2?

• x = b/2a

• x = -b/2a

• x = a/2b

• x = -a/2b

What is the decimal form of the axis of symmetry for the equation y = x^2 - 5x - 2?

• 2.5

• 1.5

• 0.5

• 3.5

What is the y-coordinate of the vertex for the equation y = x^2 - 5x - 2?

• -8.25

• -9.25

• -6.25

• -7.25

How do you convert the fraction -33/4 to a decimal?

• -8.75

• -8.0

• -8.25

• -8.5

Which two points are chosen to complete the graph close to the axis of symmetry?

• 3 and 4

• 0 and 1

• 1 and 2

• 2 and 3

What is the purpose of reflecting points over the axis of symmetry?

• To complete the graph

• To find the vertex

• To calculate the axis of symmetry

• To identify coefficients