In Lesson 2.1, you focused on quadratic functions expressed in vertex form. When written in that form, you can quickly determine the coordinates of the vertex, axis of symmetry, domain and range, direction of opening, and the number of \(x\)-intercepts. Quadratic functions are not always presented in vertex form. In Lesson 2.3, you will analyze a second form called standard form.

In Lesson 2.3, you will

  • analyze quadratic functions in standard form with regards to: