Compute the vertex coordinates (x_v = −b/2a, y_v = f(x_v)) and axis of symmetry of a quadratic y = ax² + bx + c from its coefficients.
二次函数 y = ax² + bx + c 的顶点坐标。
| Item | Formula / Note | Source / Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Parabola vertex | x_v = −b/(2a), y_v = c − b²/(4a) | Completing the square |
| Standard form | y = a(x − h)² + k | Vertex form |
| Discriminant | Δ = b² − 4ac | Quadratic theory |
| Axis of symmetry | x = −b/(2a) | Parabola property |
| Opening | a > 0 up, a < 0 down | Quadratic property |
| Focus-directrix | p = 1/(4a) focal distance | Conic theory |