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7.16.6 Lesson Summary

Algebra 17.16.6 Lesson Summary

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In this lesson, you learned how to:

  • Graph a quadratic function given in vertex form, showing the maximum or minimum and the yy-intercepts.
  • Find the maximum or the minimum of a quadratic function given in vertex form without first graphing it.

Here are the activities that helped you reach those goals:

  • 7.16.1: Three Forms of Quadratic Expressions
    • In this activity, you identified which forms of quadratics would be best to use to find different characteristics of the graphs of the functions.
  • 7.16.2: Graph Functions in Vertex Form
    • In this activity, you completed the graphs of quadratic functions using knowledge of finding the vertex from vertex form and the symmetry of parabolas.
    • 7.16.2: Self Check
    • 7.16.2: Additional Resources
  • 7.16.3: Quadratic Equations and Graphs
    • In this activity, you matched graphs of quadratic functions with the appropriate equations in vertex form.
    • 7.16.3: Self Check
    • 7.16.3: Additional Resources
  • 7.16.4: Sketching A Graph of an Equation
    • In this activity, you sketched the graph of a quadratic function using the vertex form. You graphed the vertex and two other points to complete the graph.

After these activities, you completed the following practice:

  • 7.16.5: Practice

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