Curated OER
Parabolas 7-2
In this parabola worksheet, learners define a parabola and all of its parts. They then solve 4 problems in which they change an equation into vertex form, identify the significant features, and graph it. Finally, students solve 3...
Curated OER
Topic 6.1 - Solving Quadratic Equations by Graphing
For this quadratic equation worksheet, students graph each quadratic equation, name the axis of symmetry, name the vertex, and identify the solutions of the equation. There are 12 problems on this page.
Curated OER
Parabolas
In this parabolas worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 15 different problems related to parabolas. First, they define parabola and its information related to graphing one. Then, students write each equation in standard form. They...
Curated OER
Graphing Parabolas
In this graphing parabolas activity, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include graphing various parabolas using the given information. First, they determine the equation of the axis of symmetry for a parabola with a given...
Curated OER
Lesson 2: The Quadratic Equation
Students graph quadratic equations. They use interactive graphs, on CD-ROM, to answer specific equations. Students identify the vertex of a parabola and the axis of symmetry.
Curated OER
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...
Curated OER
Lesson 5: The Quadratic Formula
Students plot quadratic curves to distinguish how different values of a affect a graph. They solve quadratic equations by completing the square. Student's recognize the connection between the roots and the corresponding graph's...
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Conic Sections
Hotmath provides 26 practice problems relating to conic sections. Each of the practice problems include a step-by-step guide for solving their conic.
Paul Dawkins
Paul's Online Notes: Algebra: Parabolas
Detailed math tutorial features notes and examples that investigate the process for graphing parabolas.
University of Illinois
University of Illinois Urbana Champaign: Egg Math Axis of Symmetry
Uses an egg to demonstrate the concept of axis of symmetry. Put your cursor over the picture to "move" around the egg. Offers links to related concepts, including Cartesian Ovals and Ovals of Cassini.
Windstream
Ojk's Precalculus Study Page: Reflections and Symmetry
An introduction to the various types of symmetries that can occur in the graphs of functions. Uses vertical, horizontal, and oblique reflections as a means of recognizing symmetries.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Symmetry About an Axis
Explains symmetry about a line, using animations to illustrate the "rotation" or "reflection" involved in this type of symmetry.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Identify Line Symmetry
Practice identifying lines of symmetry on shapes. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Conics: Parabolas: Introduction
This reference material introduces the terms and equations related to parabolas in the context of conics. Also, relates concepts to previously-learned material and shows how to 'read' from the 'conics' form of the parabola equation.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Graphing Quadratic Functions: Introduction
The most basic quadratic is y = x2. The general technique for graphing quadratics is the same as for graphing linear equations. The quadratics graph as curvy lines (called "parabolas"), rather than the straight lines generated by linear...
Mathigon
Mathigon: Geometry: Symmetry
This lesson focuses on symmetry including reflectional symmetry, rotational symmetry, and palindromes. It defines each, gives examples, and practice activities.
Math Notes and Math Tests
Pre Calculus Notes: Polynomial and Rational Functions [Pdf]
The resource discusses quadratic functions. Topics examined are parabolas, the vertex, the axis of symmetry, and standard form.
Math Words
Math Words: Axis of Symmetry
This glossary defninition of axis of symmetry is illustrated and features links to related concepts.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Axis of Symmetry of a Parabola
Find a quick, concise explanation of the Axis of Symmetry of a Parabola. An example is given to help you understand how to find the axis of symmetry of a parabola.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Symmetry Challenge
Sharpen your logic, symmetry, and pattern recognition skills while working on this challenge. Solution included.
University of Cambridge
University of Cambridge: Nrich: Happy Halving
On this one page website expand your logic, symmetry and pattern recognition knowledge while working on this challenge. The solution is available to double check your solution.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Graphing Parabolas
Works through an example to show how to graph a parabola. Also shows what a positive and negative axis of symmetry looks like.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Real Life Examples of a Parabola
Explains what a parabola is and the vocabulary used to describe one and gives several examples of parabolas in real life.