Types of Graphs (Junior Cert Mathematics): Quizzes
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What makes a function quadratic?
What makes a function quadratic?
It includes an term
What is the U-shaped curve of a quadratic function called?
What is the U-shaped curve of a quadratic function called?
A parabola
What is the simplest quadratic function?
What is the simplest quadratic function?
For , what is ?
For , what is ?
What property describes how a parabola looks the same on both sides?
What property describes how a parabola looks the same on both sides?
Symmetry
What is the vertical line that divides a parabola symmetrically called?
What is the vertical line that divides a parabola symmetrically called?
Axis of symmetry
What is the lowest point on an upward-opening parabola called?
What is the lowest point on an upward-opening parabola called?
Vertex
What happens if the coefficient of is negative?
What happens if the coefficient of is negative?
Parabola opens downwards
Which function creates an upside-down parabola?
Which function creates an upside-down parabola?
For , what is the axis of symmetry?
For , what is the axis of symmetry?
The -axis
If a parabola looks like a sad face, what is the coefficient of ?
If a parabola looks like a sad face, what is the coefficient of ?
Negative
Why does form a curve rather than a straight line?
Why does form a curve rather than a straight line?
The term causes rapid increase