In this maximum and minimum worksheet, students solve and complete 10 various types of word problems. First, they find the numbers if the product of the square of one of the numbers with the cube of the other number is to be a maximum....

In this vector equations learning exercise, students sketch curves when given vector equations. They determine when two curves intersect and find the tangential and normal components of an acceleration vector. This one-page learning...

In this graphing worksheet, students identify the vertex, axis of symmetry, and direction of the opening of a parabola.  They graph given equations.  This four-page worksheet contains 18 problems.  Answers are provided on...

In this properties of parabolas worksheet, students identify the vertex and the minimum and maximum value of each parabola. They graph parabolas on a coordinate plane. This four-page worksheet contains 14 problems. Answers are provided...

In this circles and parabolas instructional activity, learners follow directions to draw parabolas. They fold paper to represent a parabola. Students also use straight lines to create a circle. This one page instructional activity...

In this distance formula worksheet, learners solve and complete 30 various types of problems. First, they find the exact distance between each pair of points and make a sketch of the situation. Then, students find the center, horizontal...

In this algebra worksheet, students solve parabolas using the standard and vertex forms. They find the vertex and asymptote and graph the parabola. There are 64 problems.

For this ellipses and hyperbolas worksheet, students solve 8 short answer and graphing problems. Students graph ellipses, hyperbolas, and parabolas given an equation. Students identify the foci of an ellipse or hyperbola.

Learners partisipate in a web scavenger hunt on an introductory lesson for conic sections. They become familiar with general forms of the equations, what they look like, and how they are used in the real-world.

In what ways can you transform a graph? An engaging video answers this question as it covers reflections, translations, and stretches of graphs. To test their knowledge, individuals complete a set of problems to apply this knowledge.

In this discriminant learning exercise, students use the discriminant to determine the number of roots a polynomial contains. Explanations and examples are provided prior to the exercise. This two-page learning exercise contains ten...

For this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders examine the affects of changing h and k in the vertex form of the parabola.  The three page worksheet provides explanation of topic, worked examples, and four practice problems. ...

Learners engage in a lesson that is about finding the vertex of a parabola while using symmetry. They use the symmetry to find out where the two lines meet. The line is displayed with the help of a graphing calculator. The lesson...

In this polynomial instructional activity, students write polynomial equations, determine the discriminant of equations, and find zeros of functions. This two-page instructional activity contains 16 problems.

For this algebra worksheet, 11th graders rewrite word problems using algebraic symbols. They relate parabolas to the real world and calculate the breaking distance using the distance formula they come up with. There is answer key.

Students find the solutions of polynomials through graphing. In this algebra lesson plan, students identify the maximum and minimum of each polynomial function. They ind the vertex, domain and range of a parabola.

Tenth graders use the mathematical program, MATHEMATICA and graph linear and quadratic equations. They sketch the graph of an equation manually. Students compare their sketch with the computer generated model of the graph.

Eleventh graders sort different types of functions including rational, periodic, exponential, polynomial, quadratic, logarithmic and linear using "function cards." The functions are displayed in multiple representations including...

Students investigate the origin of the quadratic function. In this algebra lesson, students analyze solving an equation by completing the square. They compare the early methods as compared to our method for solving quadratics.

Students use the bisection method to approximate the roots of a polynomial. They evaluate functions for a given point, graph linear and quadratic functions, and recognize the elements of polynomial expressions.

Students use equations to represent practical situations. They solve linear equations and quadratic equations. The use of problem solving strategies is also developed.

Students comprehend the independence of vertical and horizontal velocity vectors. They calculate height, time of flight and range of projectile objects. Students perform derivation for range of same plane projectile motion. They perform...

Students differentiate functions.  In this differentiating functions lesson, students use the quotient rule to differentiate functions.  Students use the quotient rule to differentiate rational functions such as a quadratic...

In this algebra worksheet, learners determine the quadrant a given point is in. They find the midpoints of two line segments. Students plot points to form a triangle and find the distance between points. Learners find the area of the...