Math Problem Statement
The graph of quadratic function k is shown on the grid.
Which statements are best supported by the graph of k?
I. The x-intercept is located at (−3, 0).
II. The coordinates of the y-intercept are (0, 9).
III. The axis of symmetry is x = −3.
A.I and II only B.I and III only C.II and III only D.I, II, and III
Solution
To answer the question, let's analyze the given statements based on the properties of a quadratic function's graph:
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Statement I: The x-intercept is located at (-3, 0).
- The x-intercepts are the points where the graph crosses the x-axis. If the graph crosses or touches the x-axis at (-3, 0), this statement is true.
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Statement II: The coordinates of the y-intercept are (0, 9).
- The y-intercept is the point where the graph crosses the y-axis. If the graph crosses the y-axis at (0, 9), then this statement is true.
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Statement III: The axis of symmetry is x = -3.
- The axis of symmetry of a quadratic function is a vertical line that passes through the vertex of the parabola. If the graph's vertex is aligned at x = -3, this statement is true.
Analysis of the answer choices:
- If the x-intercept is at (-3, 0) and the axis of symmetry is x = -3, then statements I and III are correct.
- If the y-intercept is at (0, 9), then statement II is correct.
Thus, all three statements are true.
Correct answer: D. I, II, and III
Would you like further explanation on any of the graph's features?
Here are 5 questions to expand on this:
- What is the relationship between the vertex and the axis of symmetry in a quadratic function?
- How can the quadratic equation be derived from the graph's intercepts and vertex?
- What effect does changing the y-intercept have on the quadratic graph?
- Can a quadratic graph have more than one axis of symmetry?
- How would the graph change if the quadratic function's leading coefficient was negative?
Tip: The axis of symmetry in a quadratic function always passes through the vertex and can be found using the formula when the quadratic is in standard form .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Quadratic Functions
Graph Analysis
Formulas
Equation of Axis of Symmetry: x = -b/(2a)
Theorems
Properties of Parabolas
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10
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