Real math help.
What are Conic Sections?
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Understand that a function is a rule that assigns to each input exactly one output. The graph of a function is the set of ordered pairs consisting of an input and the corresponding output.
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How Do You Use the Vertical Line Test to Figure Out if a Graph is a Function?
Trying to figure out if an equation is a function? Graph it and perform the vertical line test. If it passes, then it's a function! Get some practice by watching this tutorial!
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Know the formulas for the volumes of cones, cylinders, and spheres and use them to solve real-world and mathematical problems.
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What is a Cone?
Did you know that an ice cream cone is named for its shape? Many ice cream cones are actually cones! Check out this tutorial to see what defines a cone in math. You'll also see the different parts of a cone. Take a look!
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Derive the equation of a parabola given a focus and directrix.
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What is a Parabola?
A parabola is much more than just the graph of a quadratic. This tutorial shows you various definitions of a parabola and even shows you horizontal parabolas! Take a look!
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Derive the equations of ellipses and hyperbolas given the foci, using the fact that the sum or difference of distances from the foci is constant.
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What is an Ellipse?
An ellipse is a specific shape with some very neat pieces! In this tutorial, you'll learn multiple definitions of an ellipse and see all its different parts.
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What is a Hyperbola?
This tutorial explains how hyperbolas are created. It also shows you the different parts of hyperbolas and defines them multiple ways. Follow along with this tutorial to learn all about hyperbolas!
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