Plotting Quadratic Graphs
Students will plot quadratic graphs from tables of values, recognizing their parabolic shape and key features.
Key Questions
- How does the sign of the x-squared term affect the orientation of a parabola?
- Analyze the symmetry of a quadratic graph.
- Construct a table of values to accurately plot a given quadratic function.
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
Suggested Methodologies
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