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What is the general form of a quadratic equation?
What is the name of the method used to solve quadratic equations that cannot be factorized?
What type of roots does a quadratic equation have if b^2 - 4ac > 0?
What is the shape of the graph of a quadratic equation?
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What is the name of the vertical line that passes through the vertex of the parabola?
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What type of quadratic equation has a coefficient of x^2 equal to 1?
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What is one of the applications of quadratic equations?
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What is the formula used to find the roots of a quadratic equation that cannot be factorized?
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Quadratic Equations
Definition
- A quadratic equation is a polynomial equation of degree two, which means the highest power of the variable (x) is two.
- General form: ax^2 + bx + c = 0, where a, b, and c are constants, and a ≠0.
Types of Quadratic Equations
- Monic Quadratic Equation: A quadratic equation in which the coefficient of x^2 is 1.
- Non-Monic Quadratic Equation: A quadratic equation in which the coefficient of x^2 is not 1.
Methods of Solving Quadratic Equations
- Factorization Method: Factor the left-hand side of the equation, if possible, and equate each factor to zero to find the roots.
- Quadratic Formula: If the equation cannot be factorized, use the quadratic formula: x = (-b ± √(b^2 - 4ac)) / 2a.
Nature of Roots
- Real and Distinct Roots: If b^2 - 4ac > 0, the equation has two real and distinct roots.
- Real and Equal Roots: If b^2 - 4ac = 0, the equation has two real and equal roots.
- Imaginary Roots: If b^2 - 4ac < 0, the equation has two imaginary roots.
Graph of Quadratic Equations
- Parabola: The graph of a quadratic equation is a parabola that opens upwards or downwards.
- Vertex: The vertex of the parabola is the lowest or highest point, depending on whether the parabola opens upwards or downwards.
- Axis of Symmetry: The axis of symmetry is the vertical line that passes through the vertex of the parabola.
Applications of Quadratic Equations
- Projectile Motion: Quadratic equations are used to model the trajectory of projectiles under gravity.
- Optimization Problems: Quadratic equations are used to solve optimization problems, such as finding the maximum or minimum value of a function.
Quadratic Equations
Definition
- A quadratic equation is a polynomial equation of degree two, with the highest power of the variable (x) being two.
- The general form of a quadratic equation is ax^2 + bx + c = 0, where a, b, and c are constants, and a ≠0.
Types of Quadratic Equations
- A monic quadratic equation is a quadratic equation with a coefficient of x^2 equal to 1.
- A non-monic quadratic equation is a quadratic equation with a coefficient of x^2 not equal to 1.
Methods of Solving Quadratic Equations
- The factorization method involves factorizing the left-hand side of the equation, if possible, and equating each factor to zero to find the roots.
- The quadratic formula is used to solve quadratic equations that cannot be factorized: x = (-b ± √(b^2 - 4ac)) / 2a.
Nature of Roots
- If b^2 - 4ac > 0, the equation has two real and distinct roots.
- If b^2 - 4ac = 0, the equation has two real and equal roots.
- If b^2 - 4ac < 0, the equation has two imaginary roots.
Graph of Quadratic Equations
- The graph of a quadratic equation is a parabola that opens upwards or downwards.
- The vertex of the parabola is the lowest or highest point, depending on whether the parabola opens upwards or downwards.
- The axis of symmetry is the vertical line that passes through the vertex of the parabola.
Applications of Quadratic Equations
- Quadratic equations are used to model the trajectory of projectiles under gravity.
- Quadratic equations are used to solve optimization problems, such as finding the maximum or minimum value of a function.
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This quiz covers the definition, types, and methods of solving quadratic equations, including monic and non-monic equations.
