What is the Vertex of a Quadratic Function?

What is the Vertex of a Quadratic Function?

Note:

Each quadratic equation has either a maximum or minimum, but did you that this point has a special name? In a quadratic equation, this point is called the vertex! Take a look at the vertex of a quadratic equation by watching this tutorial.

Keywords:

  • definition
  • vertex
  • quadratic function
  • parabola
  • maximum
  • minimum
  • max
  • min
  • axis of symmetry

Background Tutorials

  • Graph linear and quadratic functions and show intercepts, maxima, and minima.

      • What is a Quadratic Function?What is a Quadratic Function?

      What is a Quadratic Function?

      You can't go through algebra without seeing quadratic functions. The graphs of quadratic functions are parabolas; they tend to look like a smile or a frown. In this tutorial, get introduced to quadratic functions, look at their graphs, and see some examples of quadratic functions!

Further Exploration

  • Create equations in two or more variables to represent relationships between quantities; graph equations on coordinate axes with labels and scales.

      • How Do You Find the Vertex of a Quadratic Function?How Do You Find the Vertex of a Quadratic Function?

      How Do You Find the Vertex of a Quadratic Function?

      The vertex of a quadratic equation is the minimum or maximum point of the equation. Did you know that you can use the formula for the axis of symmetry to help find the vertex of a quadratic equation? Watch this tutorial and see how it's done!