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Parabola
For this parabolas worksheet, 10th graders solve and graph 12 different problems related to various types of parabolas. First, they determine the vertex and the y-intercept based on the graph illustrated for each. Then, students write a...
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Complex Roots: A Graphical Solution
Using their Ti-Nspire to determine the solutions of parabolas, students explore the concept of complex roots. Students determine if parabolas have real or complex roots. Students determine the the axis of symmetry and the vertex given...
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Exploring Complex Roots
In exploring the concept of complex roots, students find the axis of symmetry and roots of parabolas. Then, they discuss what makes a solution complex and how to identify functions with complex roots.
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The Quadratic Formula
Students solve quadratic function by completing the square. In this algebra lesson, students use the quadratic formula to factor quadratics and find the roots. They graph the parabola and identify its properties.
EngageNY
Polynomial, Rational, and Radical Relationships
This assessment pair goes way beyond simple graphing, factoring and solving polynomial equations, really forcing learners to investigate the math ideas behind the calculations. Short and to-the-point questions build on one another,...
CPM
How to Recognize the Type of Graph from a Table
Linear, quadratic, and exponential functions are represented only by their table of values in this simple, well-written instructional activity. Learners decide the type of graph represented based on the differences in the function...
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Lesson 1: Exploring Quadratic Graphs
Students, using a specified website, plot quadratic curves to distinguish how different values of a affect a graph. They investigate how the constant and the absolute value of a function affects the graph. They identify the parabola...
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Storefront Signs
Learners practice finding the areas and patterns within a square and explore the concept of quadratic functions. They observe and record the area values in a table, plot a graph of Area versus Distance and complete a variety of student...
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Worksheet 3 Math 126: Ellipses and Hyperbolas
In this ellipses and hyperbolas activity, students solve 8 short answer and graphing problems. Kids graph ellipses, hyperbolas, and parabolas given an equation. Students identify the foci of an ellipse or hyperbola.
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Using the Distance Formula
In this distance formula worksheet, students 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...
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As The World Curves
Students 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.
EngageNY
End-of-Module Assessment Task - Algebra 2 (Module 1)
A series of assessment tasks require learners to process information and communicate solutions. Topics include graphing parabolas, solving linear-quadratic systems, factoring polynomials, and solving polynomial equations.
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Graphing Family of Functions
Functions have families, too. Learners first graph the parent functions for linear, quadratic, and cubic functions, and then use vertical translations to graph families of functions.
Mathematics Assessment Project
Functions
After identifying which of the given coordinate points fall on the graph of a line and which fall on the graph of a parabola, pupils write equations for each function.
Concord Consortium
Writing and Sketching I
Writing and sketching functions—what more could you want to do? Learners write and sketch functions that meet certain conditions as they complete a short task. They find a parabola that encompasses three quadrants of the coordinate plane...
Illustrative Mathematics
Which Function?
Learners are given a graph of a parabola on a coordinate system, but intercepts and vertex are not labeled. The task is to analyze eight given quadratic functions and determine which ones might possibly be represented by the graph. The...
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Parabola
Pupils complete a worksheet and explore the parabola conic section during a web based activitiy. They answer questions based on their work as they make changes in the features of the parabola.
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Windsail Design
Students fit quadratic models to windsail designs. In this fitting quadratic models to windsail designs lesson plan, students compare quadratic models of sails with different measurements and mast size. Students vary the a-value for a...
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Parabola With Horizontal Directrix
Young scholars find the vertex, directrix, and focus of a parabola and graph parabolic functions. They solve problems involving parabolas after a demonstration lesson by the teacher.
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Parabola with Horizontal Directrix
Students find the vertex, directrix, and focus of a parabola. They graph parabolic functions and solve application problems involving parabalas.
Radford University
How High Can You Throw?
Find heights by measuring time. Teams collect data to determine the height that a tennis ball is thrown. Classmates measure the height of the initial release of the ball and how long it stays aloft. Using a projectile motion equation,...
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Lesson #150 Parabolas
Students investigate graphing. In this parabola activity, students review finding the vertex, focus, and diretex of a parabola. An assignment is listed, but not included with the activity.
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Parabolas
In this parabolas activity, students solve and complete 12 different types of problems. First, they draw a sketch of each equation shown. Then, students write the vertex form of each graph on the line provided.
Balanced Assessment
Para-Ball-A
Analyze the flight of a thrown ball. Learners determine the maximum height of a thrown ball and the time it takes to hit the ground given its initial speed. They continue to review different scenarios with different maximums or different...