Graphing Quadratic Equations Lesson 10-1 Graphing Quadratic Equations
Definitions Quadratic Function - can be written in the form of y = ax2 + bx + c, where a 0. Parabola - The graph of a quadratic function is a parabola.
Parabola positive Negative
Equation of the Axis of Symmetry The equation of the axis of symmetry for the graph of y = ax2 + bx + c, where c 0, is
6 Steps to Graphing Quadratic Equations Solve for line of symmetry using Plug x value into original equation to find vertex (x,y). Define vertex as a minimum or a maximum. Find value of three numbers above and below line of symmetry value. Plot points you have found. Draw graph.
Use a table of values to graph y = x2 - x - 2.
Use a table of values to graph y = -2x2 + 2x + 4.
Consider the graph of y = -2x2 -8x -2. Write an equation of the axis of symmetry. Find the coordinates of the vertex. Identify the vertex as a maximum or a minimum. Graph.
x y