What are some of the characteristics of a parabola

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one advantage of converting an equation to slope-intercept form for graphing?
It allows for easier identification of the x-intercept.
It simplifies the calculation of the slope.
It makes it easier to graph the y-intercept and slope.
It eliminates the need for a graphing calculator.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What shape does a quadratic equation form when graphed?
An ellipse
A parabola
A circle
A line
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which point on a parabola is known as the vertex?
The highest or lowest point on the parabola
The midpoint of the parabola
The point where the parabola intersects the y-axis
The point where the parabola intersects the x-axis
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the axis of symmetry in a parabola?
A horizontal line through the vertex
A line parallel to the x-axis
A vertical line through the vertex
A diagonal line through the vertex
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How do you find the x-coordinate of the vertex of a parabola?
By using the formula x = -b / 2a
By calculating the average of the y-values
By setting the equation equal to zero
By finding the midpoint of the x-intercepts
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of reflecting points over the axis of symmetry when graphing a parabola?
To determine the slope of the parabola
To complete the graph of the parabola
To find the x-intercepts
To identify the y-intercept
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When graphing a parabola, why is it important to identify the vertex first?
It simplifies the calculation of the slope.
It is the starting point for plotting the parabola.
It determines the direction the parabola opens.
It helps in finding the y-intercept.
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