Math Problem Statement
write a quadratic function h whose zeros are 11 and -3
Solution
To write a quadratic function whose zeros (or roots) are 11 and -3, we can use the fact that a quadratic function can be written in factored form as:
where and are the zeros (roots) of the quadratic function, and is a constant that can scale the function (often set to 1 for simplicity).
Given the zeros 11 and -3, we substitute these into the factored form:
For simplicity, we can choose , which gives:
Now, expand the expression:
So, the quadratic function is:
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- How do you find the zeros of a quadratic equation from its factored form?
- What is the vertex of the quadratic function ?
- How can you write a quadratic equation given its vertex and one point on the graph?
- What is the process of completing the square to find the roots of a quadratic function?
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Tip: To quickly find the vertex of a quadratic function, you can use the formula from the standard form .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Quadratic Functions
Factoring
Formulas
Factored form of a quadratic equation: h(x) = a(x - r1)(x - r2)
Theorems
Zero Product Property
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10