Find the axis of symmetry and your vertex

The video tutorial explains how to determine the axis of symmetry and vertex of a quadratic equation. It begins by identifying the coefficients of the quadratic equation and then uses formulas to find the axis of symmetry and vertex. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of following the order of operations to avoid common mistakes. The session concludes with a summary and addresses student questions.

What is the formula for finding the axis of symmetry in a quadratic equation?

Describe the significance of the axis of symmetry in relation to the vertex of a parabola.

How do you determine the vertex of a parabola given the coefficients A, B, and C?

What mistakes do students commonly make when calculating the Y value of the vertex?

Explain the process of plugging the X value into the equation to find the Y value of the vertex.