Question

Compare and contrast the two quadratic equations below. use complete sentences to describe the following:
The direction each parabola opens
The vertex of each parabola
y = x2 - 4x
y = -2x2 + 8x - 12

Answer 1

Well you know the direction!

Answer 2

hehe I know you do

Answer 3

lol yes

Answer 4

To actually find the coordinates of the "vertex" is a little trickier

Answer 5

:/

Answer 6

but not to worry!! you can do it! and understand it! I promise

Answer 7

:)

Answer 8

check it out:

Answer 9

that is oyur basic parabola

Answer 10

the vertex is the point all the way at the very tip