Math Problem Statement

Determine the vertex form of each quadratic function and the equation of the axis of symmetry.

Solution

Let's analyze the math problems in the image.

1. Determine the vertex form of each quadratic function.

The three quadratic equations in standard form are:

  1. y=x2+2x1y = x^2 + 2x - 1
  2. y=x22x+2y = x^2 - 2x + 2
  3. y=x2x2y = x^2 - x - 2

We need to match these with the vertex forms provided:

  • A. y=(x1)2+1y = (x - 1)^2 + 1
  • B. y=(x1)23y = (x - 1)^2 - 3
  • C. y=(x+1)22y = (x + 1)^2 - 2

Conversion from standard form to vertex form:

The vertex form of a quadratic is given by y=a(xh)2+ky = a(x-h)^2 + k, where (h,k)(h, k) is the vertex.

  1. y=x2+2x1y = x^2 + 2x - 1:

    • Completing the square: y=(x+1)22y = (x + 1)^2 - 2
    • This matches C.
  2. y=x22x+2y = x^2 - 2x + 2:

    • Completing the square: y=(x1)2+1y = (x - 1)^2 + 1
    • This matches A.
  3. y=x2x2y = x^2 - x - 2:

    • Completing the square: y=(x1/2)2(adjust terms)y = (x - 1/2)^2 - \text{(adjust terms)} Since this is not in the set of choices, it is possible there is a typo or another type of matching test expected.

2. Determine the equation of the axis of symmetry:

For each quadratic in vertex form y=a(xh)2+ky = a(x-h)^2 + k, the axis of symmetry is x=hx = h.

  • For y=(x3)2+5y = (x - 3)^2 + 5, the axis of symmetry is x=3x = 3, which corresponds to B.
  • For y=(x+2)27y = (x + 2)^2 - 7, the axis of symmetry is x=2x = -2, which corresponds to E.

Would you like more details on any specific problem or concept?

Here are 5 questions that expand on the current material:

  1. How do you complete the square to convert a quadratic equation to vertex form?
  2. What is the significance of the axis of symmetry in a parabola?
  3. How do you derive the vertex from a quadratic equation in standard form?
  4. What is the geometric interpretation of the vertex form of a quadratic equation?
  5. How does the value of aa in y=a(xh)2+ky = a(x-h)^2 + k affect the shape of the parabola?

Tip: When solving for the vertex form, always remember that the expression inside the square must match (xh)(x - h), and any remaining constant terms go outside.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Quadratic Equations
Vertex Form
Axis of Symmetry
Completing the Square

Formulas

y = a(x-h)^2 + k
Axis of Symmetry: x = h

Theorems

Vertex Theorem
Completing the Square Method

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10