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Math Example--Quadratics--Graphical Solutions to Quadratic Equations: Example 2

Graphical Solutions to Quadratic Equations: Example 2

Graphical Solutions to Quadratic Equations: Example 2

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Quadratics

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This example illustrates a quadratic equation graphed on a coordinate plane. The graph shows a parabola intersecting the x-axis at two points, indicating two real solutions. Graphically solving quadratic equations provides a visual representation of the roots, making it easier to understand the nature of the solutions. This method is particularly useful for visual learners and helps in understanding the relationship between the equation's coefficients and the graph's shape. However, this approach can be limited by the accuracy of the graph, especially if the solutions are not integers or if the parabola does not clearly intersect the x-axis.

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Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.IF.C.7.A, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.HSF.LE.A.3
Grade Range 9 - 12
Curriculum Nodes Algebra
    • Quadratic Functions and Equations
        • Quadratic Equations and Functions
Copyright Year 2013
Keywords equation, quadratic equation, solution, root, zero