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Definition of Quadratic Function

The document defines quadratic functions as functions that can be expressed by the equation f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c where a is not equal to 0. Quadratic functions produce parabolic graphs that look like smiles or frowns. An example problem demonstrates how to graph the quadratic function y = -1/4x^2 and identify that the parabola opens down.

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Definition of Quadratic Function

The document defines quadratic functions as functions that can be expressed by the equation f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c where a is not equal to 0. Quadratic functions produce parabolic graphs that look like smiles or frowns. An example problem demonstrates how to graph the quadratic function y = -1/4x^2 and identify that the parabola opens down.

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Definition Of Quadratic Function

Quadratic function is a function that can be described by an equation of the form


f(x) = ax2 + bx + c, where a ≠ 0.

In algebra, quadratic functions are any form of the equation y = ax2 + bx + c,


where a is not equal to 0, which can be used to solve complex math equations that
attempt to evaluate missing factors in the equation by plotting them on a u-shaped
figure called a parabola. The graphs of quadratic functions are parabolas; they tend
to look like a smile or a frown.

Solved Example on Quadratic Function


Ques: Graph the quadratic function y = - (1/4)x2.Indicate whether the parabola
opens up or down.

Choices:

A. Graph-A; opens down


B. Graph-B; opens down

Correct Answer: A

Solution:
Step 1: Make a table of ordered pairs for the given function. 

Step 2: Plot these points on the coordinate plane and connect the points with a smooth curve.
Step 3: The graph looks like the one below

Step 4: It can be observed from the graph that the parabola opens down.
Step 5: The equation of the axis of symmetry is: x = 0
Step 6: The vertex is at (0, 0)
Step 7: The parabola opens down. So, the vertex is the maximum point.

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