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Conics Introduction and Parabolas
Where did conic sections get their name? The equation and graph of a parabola are developed from the definition of the conic section. Teacher examples on graphing the equation and writing an equation from the graph round out the plan.
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Nonlinear Systems of Equations
Explore nonlinear systems through graphs and algebra. High schoolers begin by examining the different types of quadratic functions and their possible intersections. They then use algebraic methods to solve systems containing various...
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Parabolas
In this parabolas worksheet, students write the equation of 6 parabolas in standard form and then sketch their graphs. Students then write 13 equations for parabolas given certain information.
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Vertex Form of Parabolas
Using the method of completing the square, algebra learners rewrite quadratic equations from standard form to vertex form. They will also graph quadratics, stating the vertex and axis of symmetry. Solutions are provided.
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Quadratic Equations
In this algebra instructional activity uses factoring to solve and graph quadratic equations. The three page instructional activity contains explanation of topic, worked examples and five practice problems. Answers are not...
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Twenty-Seven Graphing Lines, Parabolas, and Absolute Value Problems
Have learners find coordinates of point on a graph, find equations of graphs given, and graph given equations using in and out tables. There are 27 problems related to equations for lines, parabolas, and absolute value functions.
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Writing Equations of Parabolas
In this algebra worksheet, learners are given the vertex and focus of each parabola and asked to write the equation of the parabola. They are given the directrix and vertex and asked to write the equation of the parabola. There are 24...
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Graphing
So many methods and so little time! The efficient method of graphing a linear equation depends on what information the problem gives. Pupils learn three different methods of graphing linear equations. They graph equations using...
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Graphs of Parabolas
In this graphs of parabolas activity, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include the graphs of various parabolas. First, they graph the parabola given the equation to determine which way the parabola opens. Then, students...
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Parabolas
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.
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Parabolas
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, learners determine the vertex and the axis of symmetry of a parabola. The two page worksheet contains a combination of eleven multiple choice and free response questions. Answers are...
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Parabolic Equations
In this parabolic worksheet, students write an equation of a parabola which satisfies given conditions. They match equations to the correct graph. Students identify the vertex, domain and range of an equation. This one-page worksheet...
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Parabolas
In this parabolas activity, 11th graders solve and complete 9 different problems. First, they graph each parabola given and all of the other information asked. Then, students use each graph shown to write the equation for each parabola...
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Circles and Parabolas
In this circles and parabolas, students write and graph equations for 14 problems. Students locate the center and radius for 8 circles. Students write equations for 4 parabolas.
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Parabolas
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students identify the vertex and the axis of symmetry of a parabola, given the equation. The two page worksheet contains a combination of ten multiple choice and free response...
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Investigating Parabolas
For this investigating parabolas worksheet, 9th graders solve and graph 7 different problems that include graphing various equations that represent parabolas. First, they sketch their graphs to each problem. Then, students determine what...
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Graphing and Properties of Parabolas
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...
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Solving a System of Equations
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders determine the solution to a system of one linear and one quadratic equation. The two page worksheet contains a combination of nine multiple choice and free response questions. ...
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Graphs
In this graphs worksheet, students solve and complete 15 various types of problems. First, they determine the range of the function of the graph shown and write in interval notation. Then, students find the domain of the function in the...
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Quadratic Equations and Their Applications
Show high schoolers there is more to quadratic functions than just formulas and parabolas. Connect the math to realistic application problems with a resource that has learners consider such situations as a ball hit in the air, the...
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Skills Review Sheet: Equations
Learners find the equation that passes through two given points. They then locate the intersection of two lines, and find the x and y intercepts for four parabolas when given their equations. Answers are provided.
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Using Factoring to Solve Equations
Eleventh graders use factoring to solve 44 different problems involving area, intercepts, quadratic equations, and functions.
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Practice Test: Vector Equations
In this vector equations worksheet, 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 worksheet contains 6...
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Easy Worksheet: Writing Equations of Functions
For this writing equations of functions worksheet, students solve 4 short answer problems. Students write equations of transformed parabolas and absolute value equations given a stretch/shrink factor and vertical horizontal shift.