Rewrite Equation in Standard Form: Rewrite the equation in standard form.To find the vertex of a parabola, we need the quadratic equation in the form of ax2+bx+c=0. Let's add 4 to both sides of the equation to get it in standard form.2x2−6x+4=0
Identify Coefficients: Identify the coefficients a, b, and c. In the standard form ax2+bx+c=0, the coefficients are: a=2, b=−6, c=4
Use Vertex Formula: Use the vertex formula.The vertex of a parabola given by ax2+bx+c is at the point (h,k), where h=−2ab. Let's calculate h.h=−2⋅2(−6)=46=1.5
Calculate Y-Coordinate: Calculate the y-coordinate of the vertex.To find the y-coordinate k of the vertex, we substitute x=h into the original equation.k=2(1.5)2−6(1.5)+4k=2(2.25)−9+4k=4.5−9+4k=−0.5
Write the Vertex: Write the vertex.The vertex of the parabola is at the point (h,k), which is (1.5,−0.5).
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