The graph of a quadratic equation forms a parabola. The technique of graphing as it is practiced today is based on the work of René Descartes. (Image credit: Robert Coolman) ...

Learn how to read and plot quadratic graphs with this BBC Bitesize Maths article. For students between the ages of 11 and 14.

First, a quick review about quadratic equations and parabolas. ... the jumble of algebraic symbols is still confusing. So Mr. Wong tells them to sketch a parabola. “If you graph it, ...

Quadratics and Parabolas 101. First, a quick review about quadratic equations and parabolas: A parabola is a symmetrical curve that can describe the path of a projectile, like a thrown football ...

Plot of a quadratic equation showing the classic parabola, made with NumPy and Matplotlib. Linear equation 3x + 5 plotted with SymPy. Plot of a Quadratic Equation created in SymPy.

The second equation is just a special case of the first, with a = 0.5g, b = v, x = t and c = h. Thus, projectile motion is modeled by a quadratic equation.