HOLMES HIGH SCHOOL ALGERBA II

UNIT 4: QUADRATICS
OBJECTIVE. KEY POINTS.
We will understand the connection between the factors, roots Making the connection between the real solutions of
and x-intercepts of a quadratic function. a quadratic, its factors and its x-intercepts.

I will earn a Smart Score of 80 on IXL assignment A.2 J.11 Understand the case where there will not be x-
Matching Quadratics and their Graphs intercepts (imaginary solutions).

Understand the case of having one solution to a

quadratic, and understanding why the parabola just
touches the x-axis.
New Vocabulary
zero-product property
x-intercept (of quadratic)

Introduction of New Content

Bell Ringer:
Given the line y = 3x + 3, fill in the missing coordinate for each of the points.

(1, ___)
(0, ___)
(-1, ___)
(-2, ___)
(-3, ___)

Students should answer (1,6) (0,3) (-1, 0) (-2, -3) (-3, -6). Draw a graph on the board, and have students come up and
plot the different points.

Connect the line, discuss how it represents the graphical representation of our function. Then ask students which point
represents the x-intercept of the line. (some students may identify the y-intercept (0, 3 be sure to clear up this
misconception). Discuss how this point on line the represent the x value that when substituted into the function made y
= 0, hence making the expression 3x + 3 = 0.

Make connection between 3x + 3 = 0 and 3x + 3 = y and how the x-intercept was the value that made the expression =
0, then connect the zero product property and the solutions we were able to determine.

Guided Notes
We will start the lesson in our math dictionaries, filling in the 4 quadrants with definition, characteristics, Example and
Non-example for the terms x-intercept and zero product property. See Definitions Here
After this, students will work in groups, using calculators to complete the guided notes sheet. Groups will be given 10
minutes to complete the notes. As the groups finish the notes, I will walk around end ensure they are on task and on
track. After 10 minutes, the correct answers will be discussed as a class, the connections will explicitly be made.
See Guided Notes Here
Independent Practice
After students have finished their notes and the connections have been made, students will complete independent
practice on IXL. During this time, I will be using the Live View on my teacher account to see which students are
struggling and circulate to clear up any misconceptions. This assignment involves clicking and dragging, so there
should not be any formatting problems.

LESSON ASSESSMENT

IXL Assignment A.2 J.11 Matching quadratic functions and graphs

There are four tiers of questions in this assignment. Achieving a Smart Score of 80 requires students to
correctly answer several questions from each of the tiers, showing mastery of this concept. Below is an
example of a question from each tier.
Example Tier 1 Question (Smart Score 0-20)

Students should recognize that when the a value of a quadratic is negative, the resulting parabola is reflected.

Example Tier 2 Question (Smart Score 21-40)

To answer these questions, the students must recognize the connection between having real factors indicates
that the function will have x-intercepts.
Example Tier 3 Question (Smart Score 41-70)

To answer this question, students must combine the previous skills testing, testing the students ability be able
to distinguish function with + or - a as well as whether or not the function has 0, 1 or 2 x-intercepts/factors.
Example Tier 4 Question (Smart Score 71-100)

This type of question assesses mastery of this concept. To get this question correct, students must be able to
first distinguish between functions with + or a. In addition to this, they must be able to recognize that the
x - intercepts can be identified using the zero product property and the factors.

EXEMPLAR STUDENT RESPONSE.

In addition to earning a Smart Score of 80, students should have the following guided notes in their binder and
definitions in their math dictionary.
Graphing Quadratics

To graph a quadratic on your calculator, you must first get the quadratic in standard form:

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Example 1: y = x2 x 6

x2 x 6 = 0

Factors: Solutions:
x =
( )( ) = 0 x =

x intercepts = ( , 0)
and
( , 0)



So what do you notice about the x intercepts and solutions?

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Example 2: y = x2 + 4x + 6

x2 + 4x + 6 = 0

Solutions: x =
x =

x intercept =






So what do you notice about the x intercepts and solutions?

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Graphing Quadratics

To graph a quadratic on your calculator, you must first get the quadratic in standard form:

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Example 1: y = x2 x 6

x2 x 6 = 0

Factors: Solutions:
x =
( )( ) = 0 x =

x intercepts = ( , 0)
and
( , 0)



So what do you notice about the x intercepts and solutions?

__________________________________________________________________________________________

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Example 2: y = x2 + 4x + 6

x2 + 4x + 6 = 0

Solutions: x =
x =

x intercept =






So what do you notice about the x intercepts and solutions?

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