Graphing Quadratic Functions Using Key Points
Graphing Quadratic Functions Using Key Points
Use the vertex and function table to plot a quadratic function. Follow the steps to build a complete graph.
Putting It All Together
Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.
Open-ended question 1
What do you notice about the value of a with respect to the shape of the parabola?
Text and maths input
Open-ended question 2
What do you think the -intercepts represent?
Text and maths input
Open-ended question 3
What do you notice about the values of in the function table? How can you relate this to the shape of the graph?
Text and maths input
Explore more
Prerequisite Resources
More from Graphing Quadratic Functions
