Instead of the typical quadratic questioning, explore the function and look at the three different ways a parabola can be written. The main task is when given several clues, young mathematicians must write an equation that matches the features. 

Concepts

quadratic functions, graphing quadratics, vertex form of an equation, quadratic equations, vertex, intercepts

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Great to use in small teams to discover the answers

Classroom Considerations

• Requires the use of a graphing calculator or app for the first question

Pros

• Well written commentary that explains the thought process through the answers

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSA-SSE.B.3.a HSF-IF.C.7.a