Math Problem Statement

Write a quadratic function with zeros – 1 and 0. Write your answer using the variable x and in standard form with a leading coefficient of 1.

Solution

To write a quadratic function with zeros 1-1 and 00, we use the fact that a quadratic function can be expressed in terms of its zeros as:

f(x)=a(xr1)(xr2)f(x) = a(x - r_1)(x - r_2)

Here:

  • r1=1r_1 = -1
  • r2=0r_2 = 0
  • a=1a = 1 (since the leading coefficient is specified to be 1)

Substituting these values, the function becomes:

f(x)=1(x(1))(x0)f(x) = 1(x - (-1))(x - 0)

Simplify:

f(x)=(x+1)(x)f(x) = (x + 1)(x)

Expand:

f(x)=x2+xf(x) = x^2 + x

Thus, the quadratic function in standard form is:

f(x)=x2+xf(x) = x^2 + x

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Related Questions:

  1. What are the steps to graph this quadratic function?
  2. How can we determine the vertex of this quadratic function?
  3. What is the axis of symmetry for this function?
  4. How does the sign of the leading coefficient affect the graph's shape?
  5. Can you write another quadratic function with different zeros?

Tip: Always check your work by substituting the zeros back into the equation to confirm they satisfy the function.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Quadratic Functions
Factoring
Standard Form

Formulas

Factored form of a quadratic function: f(x) = a(x - r1)(x - r2)
Expansion of binomials to standard form: f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c

Theorems

Zero Product Property: If ab = 0, then a = 0 or b = 0
Properties of quadratic equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10