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:

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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:

  1. What is the relationship between the vertex and the axis of symmetry in a quadratic function?
  2. How can the quadratic equation be derived from the graph's intercepts and vertex?
  3. What effect does changing the y-intercept have on the quadratic graph?
  4. Can a quadratic graph have more than one axis of symmetry?
  5. 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 x=b2ax = -\frac{b}{2a} when the quadratic is in standard form ax2+bx+cax^2 + bx + c.

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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