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Identify the vertex, axis of symmetry, and direction of the graph of each function. Compare the width of the graph to the width of the graph of f(x)=x^2

Identify the vertex, axis of symmetry, and direction of the graph of each function-example-1
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Answers:

  • Vertex = (2, -4)
  • Axis of symmetry is x = 2
  • Direction: Opens upward

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Step-by-step explanation:

Compare the equation


y = (x-2)^2 - 4

to the vertex form


y = a(x-h)^2 + k

we have:

  • a = 1
  • h = 2
  • k = -4

The vertex is located at (h,k) = (2, -4). Nice job on getting the correct answer for the vertex.

The axis of symmetry is x = 2 since the axis of symmetry goes through the vertex. It's the vertical mirror line.

Because a = 1 is positive, the parabola opens upward. It forms a bowl shape. The vertex is the lowest point.

If a < 0, then the parabola would open downward and have a highest point.

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