Quadratic graphs (AQA GCSE Maths): Quizzes
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What makes an equation quadratic?
What makes an equation quadratic?
It always includes an term
What is the curved shape created by a quadratic equation called?
What is the curved shape created by a quadratic equation called?
A parabola
What is the turning point on a quadratic graph?
What is the turning point on a quadratic graph?
Where the curve changes direction
What shape does a quadratic graph have when the coefficient is positive?
What shape does a quadratic graph have when the coefficient is positive?
U-shape opening upward
What shape does a quadratic graph have when the coefficient is negative?
What shape does a quadratic graph have when the coefficient is negative?
Inverted U-shape opening downward
How many turning points does a quadratic graph have?
How many turning points does a quadratic graph have?
Exactly one
What is the most reliable method for plotting quadratic graphs?
What is the most reliable method for plotting quadratic graphs?
Using a table of values
What is a common mistake when drawing quadratic graphs?
What is a common mistake when drawing quadratic graphs?
Drawing straight lines between points
For , what is the y-value when ?
For , what is the y-value when ?
4
What type of curve must you draw when connecting points on a quadratic graph?
What type of curve must you draw when connecting points on a quadratic graph?
A smooth curve through all points