| Graphing parabolas in standard form | |
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| Description | |
| Exercise Name: | Graphing parabolas in standard form |
| Math Missions: | Algebra I Math Mission |
| Types of Problems: | 1 |
The Graphing parabolas in standard form exercise appears under the Algebra I Math Mission. This exercise practices graphing parabolas.
Types of Problems[]
There is one type of problem in this exercise:
- Graph the parabola: This problem provides an equation of a parabola and a graphing plane. The student is asked to graph the parabola on the plane using the graphing manipulative.
Graph the parabola
Strategies[]
Knowledge of any graphing technique will ensure success on this exercise, from a T-table to other more efficient methods.
- In the standard form a T-table can be the most efficient method to graph.
- If the vertex can be located, then symmetry ensures that values on one side will occur on the other side.
- If the given standard form of the parabola can be factored quickly, this will locate x-intercepts. Then the vertex is located half-way between the x-intercepts due to symmetry.
Real-life Applications[]
- Parabolas are used to model many situations in physics and business.
- Algebra has many applications in the real world.