Support · Mathematics Standard 11–12 – Year 12 – Standard 2 · Algebraic relationships
Support Determine the axis of symmetry and vertex of a parabola using the midpoint of the x -intercepts shown on a graph
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Determine the equation of the axis of symmetry of a parabola using either the formula x = - b/(2a) or the midpoint of the x-intercepts
Stage 5 · Non-linear relationships C (Path) Draft mapping
- WorksheetDrillKuta free worksheet: Properties of parabolasUse it for: Printable skills-practice sheet with answer key on properties of parabolas; good for drill or homework.
- VideoStarterCorbettmaths video: Quadratic graphs: line of symmetryUse it for: Short worked-example video on quadratic graphs: line of symmetry to model the method before practice or for flipped revision.
Identify and describe the key features of parabolas of the form y = (kx)² and y = (kx)² + c including the vertex, x- and y-intercepts, axis of symmetry and concavity
Stage 5 · Non-linear relationships B Draft mapping
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Find x- and y-intercepts algebraically, where appropriate, for the graph of y = (ax)² + bx + c, given a,b and c
Stage 5 · Non-linear relationships C (Path) Draft mapping
- Interactive toolStarterMaths Is Fun: Graphing quadratic equationsUse it for: How to sketch parabolas from intercepts and vertex.