Q. 5 - Precalculus Enhanced with Graphing Utilities

Question

The graph of a quadratic function is called a  _________.

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The graph of a quadratic function is called a parabola.

Step 1. Given information.

The given statement is:

The graph of a quadratic function is called a  _________.

Step 2. Determine the missing term for the blank.

The graph of a quadratic function $f\left(x\right)=a{x}^2+bx+c,a\ne 0$ is a U-shaped curve. It opens upwards if $a>0$ and it opens downwards if $a<0$. These types of curves are known as parabolas.

Step 3. Conclusion.

The graph of a quadratic function is called a parabola.