Using the parts of a quadratic to graph

The video tutorial guides students through the process of analyzing and graphing a quadratic function. It covers finding the axis of symmetry, determining the vertex, and identifying whether the vertex is a maximum or minimum. The tutorial also explains how to determine the domain and range, and how to graph the function by plotting points and reflecting them across the axis of symmetry. The lesson concludes with a discussion on the Y-intercept and its relation to the vertex.

What is the general form of a quadratic function?

How do you find the axis of symmetry for a quadratic function?

How do you find the Y-coordinate of the vertex in a quadratic function?

How can you determine if a parabola opens upwards or downwards?

What does the vertex of a parabola represent in terms of maximum or minimum values?

What is the significance of the Y-intercept in a quadratic function?

What points do you choose to plot when graphing a quadratic function?