Math Problem Statement

Sketch the graph of a parabola for each set of characteristics given below. Show at least two other points on each graph. Part a) Range: {y | y ≤ 5, y ∈ R}, Axis of symmetry: x = -2, y-intercept: (0, 1). Part b) Range: {y | y ≥ -4, y ∈ R}, x-intercepts: (-2, 0) and (6, 0), x-coordinate of vertex: 2

Solution

Let’s analyze the given problem, where you are asked to sketch the graphs of parabolas based on the provided characteristics for each part.

Part (a):

  1. Range: y5y \leq 5, yRy \in \mathbb{R}.
    This tells us the maximum yy-value of the parabola is 5, and the parabola opens downward.

  2. Axis of symmetry: x=2x = -2.
    The parabola is symmetric about the line x=2x = -2.

  3. y-intercept: (0,1)(0, 1).
    The parabola crosses the y-axis at the point (0,1)(0, 1).

    To sketch this:

    • Since the axis of symmetry is at x=2x = -2, the vertex will be along this line.
    • The maximum point (vertex) should be at y=5y = 5, on the line x=2x = -2.
    • The parabola will pass through (0,1)(0, 1), which lies 2 units to the right of the axis of symmetry.
    • Reflect this across the axis of symmetry to get another point at (4,1)(-4, 1).

Part (b):

  1. **Range

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Quadratic Functions
Graphing Parabolas

Formulas

y = ax^2 + bx + c
Vertex form: y = a(x-h)^2 + k

Theorems

Axis of Symmetry Theorem
Vertex Formula

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11