for this equation opens because b. Maximum/Minimum Section: You must describe how you determine if the equation has a maximum or minimum value and what that value is. You must include a statement that says something like, "The maximum value of this quadratic function is c. Axis of Symmetry Section: you must include the formula for finding the AOS and the following statement. The axis of symmetry is d. Vertex Section: you must include all of the work that you did in order to find the vertex, as well as a statement that says, The vertex is located at ( e. Y-Intercept Section: You must describe how you find the y-intercept and include a statement that says, "The y-intercept for this equation is ( f. Roots/Zeros/X-intercepts Section: You must find the roots of the function by factoring and by using the quadratic formula (10 points extra credit). You must identify how many roots there will be. The roots of this quadratic equation are ) and ( g. Other Points Section: You must show how you found three other points on your parabola. One of the points must be found by explaining the symmetry of the parabola. h. Graph: The graph of the parabola must be drawn on graph paper. All points must be labeled. The axis of symmetry and vertex must be labeled too. Real-Life Section: Find examples of parabolas in magazines. on the Internet. or