Solving Quadratic Functions by Factoring
Factoring Review
Vertex Form vs Standard Form
Value of the input variable (x) that makes the output variable (y=f(x)) equal zero. The x-intercepts The solution to the problem f(x) = 0 Also called the roots of the equation Zero of a Function
Zero Product Property
1. Write equation in standard form = 0 2. Factor 3.Set each factor = 0 (baby problems) 4. Solve each baby problem for x Solving by Factoring
1. Write equation in standard form = 0 2. Factor 3.Set each factor = 0 (baby problems) 4. Solve each baby problem for x Solving by Factoring
Graphing Solution vs Factoring Solution
1. Write equation in standard form = 0 2. Factor 3.Set each factor = 0 (baby problems) 4. Solve each baby problem for x Solving by Factoring
Graphing Solution vs Factoring Solution
1. Write equation in standard form = 0 2. Factor 3.Set each factor = 0 (baby problems) 4. Solve each baby problem for x Solving by Factoring
Graphing Solution vs Factoring Solution
Solve by Factoring
pp 82-83: (graph on calculator) 21-32, 34, 36, 61 Homework (HA2)
p 82: 1-27 (odd) Homework (Alg2)