Vertex Form of Quadratic Equations
This page focuses on the vertex form of quadratic equations and how to interpret it.
The vertex form of a quadratic equation is y = ax−h² + k, where h,k represents the vertex of the parabola. This form is particularly useful for identifying the axis of symmetry and vertex directly from the equation.
The page provides practice problems for identifying the axis of symmetry and vertex from equations in vertex form. It also includes examples of graphing quadratic functions in vertex form.
Definition: The vertex form of a quadratic equation is y = ax−h² + k, where h,k is the vertex of the parabola.
Example: For y = -x−3², the axis of symmetry is x = 3, and the vertex is 3,0.
Highlight: The vertex form is particularly useful for quickly identifying the key features of a quadratic function, such as its vertex and axis of symmetry.