Math Problem Statement

Match the given quadratic function y = ax^2 + bx + c to its equivalent standard form y = a(x-h)^2 + k.

Solution

It looks like you've uploaded images of math problems focused on quadratic functions and their transformations. Let's work through them step by step!

Image 1 (Quadratic function matching activity):

In the first image, you are tasked with matching quadratic functions in standard form y=ax2+bx+cy = ax^2 + bx + c to their equivalent forms in vertex form y=a(xh)2+ky = a(x-h)^2 + k.

To transform the given quadratic functions from standard form to vertex form, we complete the square.

General Steps for Converting to Vertex Form:

  1. Start with y=ax2+bx+cy = ax^2 + bx + c.
  2. Factor out the coefficient aa (if a1a \neq 1).
  3. Complete the square inside the parentheses.
  4. Adjust the constant term outside the parentheses to maintain equality.

Now, let's analyze the equations and the matching cloud answers based on this process.

Image 2 (Continuation of the matching):

This image continues the matching process for quadratic functions in different forms. The concepts and transformations here will involve similar steps of completing the square to convert the standard form into vertex form.

Image 3 (Activity 10 - Hidden Message):

This image seems to show a hidden message puzzle where you're asked to match quadratic functions in the form y=a(xh)2+ky = a(x-h)^2 + k to their general form equivalents y=ax2+bx+cy = ax^2 + bx + c, and write the indicated letter into the box.

Here again, the key transformation is converting the quadratic function between its general and vertex forms, using the same technique of completing the square.


Would you like me to work out specific examples from these images or explain a specific part of the process in detail?

Here are 5 relevant questions to explore:

  1. How do you complete the square to convert y=ax2+bx+cy = ax^2 + bx + c into vertex form?
  2. What is the relationship between the vertex form y=a(xh)2+ky = a(x-h)^2 + k and the vertex of the parabola?
  3. How does factoring help simplify quadratic transformations?
  4. Can we use the discriminant Δ=b24ac\Delta = b^2 - 4ac to predict if a quadratic has real roots before transforming?
  5. How do the signs of aa, bb, and cc affect the graph of the quadratic function?

Tip: Always check your completed square carefully to ensure the constant outside the parentheses is adjusted correctly!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Quadratic Functions
Completing the Square
Vertex Form

Formulas

Standard Form: y = ax^2 + bx + c
Vertex Form: y = a(x-h)^2 + k
Completing the Square: b^2 - 4ac

Theorems

Quadratic Formula
Vertex Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12