The quadratic function opens ________ because the coefficient is _________.
Answer & Analysis
Analysis
Question Analysis
This question tests the student's understanding of how the sign of the coefficient in the intercept/factored form of a quadratic function affects the direction in which the parabola opens.
Key Concept Explanation
In the intercept/factored form , the sign of determines the direction in which the parabola opens. If , the parabola opens upward; if , it opens downward.
Step-by-step Solution
1. Identify the coefficient from the given function
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