Quadratic Graphs (Edexcel GCSE Maths): Flashcards
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Quadratic function definition
Quadratic function definition
Expression with term (highest power) but no higher powers of
Shape of a quadratic graph
Shape of a quadratic graph
Parabola (U-shaped curve)
Line of symmetry in quadratic graphs
Line of symmetry in quadratic graphs
Vertical line through centre creating mirror-image halves
Effect of positive coefficient
Effect of positive coefficient
Parabola opens upwards
Effect of negative coefficient
Effect of negative coefficient
Parabola opens downwards (inverted)
Method for plotting quadratic graphs
Method for plotting quadratic graphs
Create table of values, plot points, join with smooth curve
How to connect plotted points on quadratic graph
How to connect plotted points on quadratic graph
Use smooth curve (never straight lines)
Solving quadratic equations graphically
Solving quadratic equations graphically
Find where parabola crosses x-axis
Name for x-axis crossing points of parabola
Name for x-axis crossing points of parabola
Roots or solutions
Typical number of solutions for quadratic equation
Typical number of solutions for quadratic equation
Two solutions
What passes through vertex of parabola
What passes through vertex of parabola
Line of symmetry
Alternative name for turning point of parabola
Alternative name for turning point of parabola
Vertex