The equation \( y = -x^2 + 2x \) represents a quadratic function. Here's a detailed analysis of the function:
1. Standard Form
The given equation can be rewritten in standard form as: \[ y = -1(x^2 - 2x) \]
2. Finding the Vertex
The vertex of a quadratic function \( y = ax^2 + bx + c \) can be found using the formula: \[ x_{\text{vertex}} = -\frac{b}{2a} \] For your equation:
- \( a = -1 \)
- \( b = 2 \)
Calculating the x-coordinate of the vertex: \[ x_{\text{vertex}} = -\frac{2}{2 \cdot -1} = 1 \]
Now, substituting \( x = 1 \) back into the equation to find the y-coordinate: \[ y_{\text{vertex}} = -1^2 + 2(1) = -1 + 2 = 1 \] So, the vertex of the parabola is at \( (1, 1) \).
3. Axis of Symmetry
The axis of symmetry of the parabola is the vertical line that passes through the vertex: \[ x = 1 \]
4. Direction of Opening
Since the coefficient of \( x^2 \) (which is \( -1 \)) is negative, the parabola opens downwards.
5. Y-Intercept
To find the y-intercept, substitute \( x = 0 \): \[ y = -0^2 + 2(0) = 0 \] Thus, the y-intercept is at the point \( (0, 0) \).
6. X-Intercepts
To find the x-intercepts, set \( y = 0 \): \[ 0 = -x^2 + 2x \] Factoring: \[ 0 = x(-x + 2) \] This gives us: \[ x = 0 \quad \text{or} \quad x = 2 \] Thus, the x-intercepts are at \( (0, 0) \) and \( (2, 0) \).
Summary:
- Vertex: \( (1, 1) \)
- Axis of symmetry: \( x = 1 \)
- Opens: Downward
- Y-intercept: \( (0, 0) \)
- X-intercepts: \( (0, 0) \) and \( (2, 0) \)
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