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presentation icon This lesson reviews the general form of the quadratic equation, and introduces two new forms of this equation: the vertex form, and the factored form. Click here to get started.

instruction banner We tend to use the terms “roots”, “solutions”, “zeros”, and “x-intercepts” somewhat interchangeably. Are there certain situations where one term is better than the other? Which term would you use when looking at a graph? A function? A factored equation?

In your first post in this discussion, briefly answer the question. Then, return to the topic several times over the next few days to read your coursemates' posts. Reply to at least 2 of them, being sure to offer new insights, ask questions, and encourage further conversation.

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