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Contains questions oF statements that allow for the monitoring of thinking and self-regulation of learningThe fight of a bell launc be modelled by a quad aaMaximum and Minimum Values You Will Learn To . ‘* Find the maximum or minimum value of a quadratic function using the method of completing the square Notation f(x) na Cartesian plane, the relationship between the variables x and y can be represented graphically. We have graphed some relations previously in linear equations of the form y = mx + ¢ and quadratic equations of the form y = ax’ + bx + c. Observe that the graph of y = mx +c is a straight line and the graph of y = ax’ + bx + cis a curve. straight line curve In both relationships, each input x has exactly one output y Think We call this kind of relationship a function. Deepere We use the notation y = f(x) to mean that y is @ function of.x. Can two diferent inputs, For a quadratic function of x, we may write f(x) =ar? + bx +c, SVE Ee same output for a Similarly, we may write a linear function of x as f(x) = mx + c. We can find a value of I(x) by substituting a value of x into the algebraic expression representing the function. For example, the value of f(x) = x + | when x = -2 is given by f(-2)=-2+1=-1 If. x= 0, the function f(x) = x + I can take on the values at, 5.1, 10 and so on. We can represent all possible real values of f(x) for x > 0 using a single inequality f(x) > 1.(Quadratic Functions Example 1 Try 1 2x? — 4, find Given f(x) = 2° + 4, find fH, all possible real values of 09. Solution Answers (@) {= 20-4=-4 iene Given f(x) = (i) its value when x = 0, (ii) all possible real values of f(x). (ii) Since x* > 0, 2x7 = 0 for all real values of x and so 245-4, Hence f(x) = -4. For the function q(x) = ~2y" - 4, Mow do \ Find all possible veal values of a(x)? Completed Square Form For the function f(x) = x — 4, we can tell that f(x) = —4 by inspection, because x° = 0 for all real values of x. We can then deduce that the minimum value of f(x) is —4. What about f(x) = .x° + 6x — 42 How do we find all possible real values of this function? Furthermore, can we deduce whether this function yields a maximum or minimum value? To find all possible real values of f(x) = x° + 6x — 4, we first use the method of completing the square to express the function in the form (x — hy’ + k, where h and k are constants. Example 2. Try 2 Express f(x) = x7 + 6x —4 in the form (x — h)’ + k, where Given fla) = x° + 3x -6, find hand k are constants. Hence find @ a penibt Foal Values of (i) all possible real values of f(a), (a tha mininuin vameron, the minimum value of fa), the value of x at which the value of x at which the minimum value of f(x) occurs. the minimum value of f(x) occurs. Answers ) fo) 2-2 a 3 “iy 3+ 6x —4 The form x° + bx, where b = 6 > 0. (b a+ 6r4 (sy -(8) =4 Add and subtract 2 Use the first three terms to form a perfect square, 13 = —13 for all real values of x. (i) Since (x + 3) > 0, («+3 Hence f(x) > -13. (ii) The minimum value of f(2) is ~13. (iil) The minimum value of f(x) occurs when (x + 3° a+3=0 xa3 When the coefficient of x° is not equal to 1, we need to factorise the quadratic term and the linear term before we apply the method of completing the square. Example 3 Try 3 Express each of the following functions in the form Express each of the following a(x — hy’ + k, where a, h and k are constants, and a # 0. functions in completed Hence find the minimum or maximum value of f(x). Justi square form, Hence find the maximum or minimum value of your answers. (2). Justify your answers. (a) fo (a) f(s) = 2 -3x-1 (b) fo (b) fa) =-32 + 4r-2 . Answers Solution ta te =2( 0-3) a) fx) = 2/3) - 2, (a) 6x42 ya2x-7g) - ee = 3(x7 —2x) +2 Take out the coefficient of x° to get 1° + by minimum —12 within the brackets, where b = 2>0 ey . . roy (b) f() =-3| x— 230 -2e+ I= 13)+2 Add and subtract (4) . 3 =3(- 1-342 Use the fist three terms within the brackets to form a perfect square. =3@-1F-1 Since (x - 17° = 0, 3( = 1)° = 1 = =-1 for all real values of x. Hence f(x) has the minimum value —1. bree fa) =a has the minimum value when a > 0.Quadkatic Functions 5) (b) ) +3 Take out the coefficient of x? to get x? + bx within the brackets, where b = 3 > 0. >43,4(3) _(3 at «+(3) -(3 > +243. Use the first three tetms within the +3 Add and subtract (3 8 brackets to form a perfect square. 33 38 y 3y Reverse the sign wh ice 7 feverse the sign when ) =0, -o{x+3) <0 multiplying by a negative Note 2 number. alea3) , BB f@) = ar’ + bx +e -a(x+3) Ig ae has the maximum value when a <0, Hence f(x) has the maximum value 23. ow do U check that the two forms ave equivalent? CQ ay 33 For example, is -2(x 2) + equivalent to aay = 34437 From Example 3, we see how a quadratic function in general form ax’ + bx + ¢ can be transformed to completed square form a(x — h)" + k. Activity 1A Use the method of completing the square to transform the quadratic function f(x) = ax? + bx + ¢ to the form a(x — h)* + k. = te = erie: (Show that h = —5> and k= -"F. [Derive the quadratic formula) (i) Hence derive the quadratic formula x = for f(x) = 0.6 bewel Example 4 Show that x* Solution v+6=P-2n+ P- P46 =(r-1P +5 Since (x - 1) = 0, @@- 1)* Exercise Gm 2x + 6 = 5 for all real values of x. 5 = 5 for all real values of x lence x° — 2x + 6 = 5 for all real values of x He ?_ 2x + 6 = 5 for all real values of Try 4 ‘Show that -x* ~ 4x — 10 is negative for all real values of x. fe Expressing in the form a(x — h)* + k helps you find all the possible real values that the function can take on. Given f(a) = 2x° + 1, find f) 1), (i) (2), (ii) all possible real values of f(x), Express each of the following in the form a(x — hy +k. (a) x7 + 12x (b) x= 4x41 (9) 30 +3x-2 (d) 3x°-6x +2 (e) 3x + 6x- () = 441 (g) -4o 3045 (h) -2° + Sx +3 State the minimum or maximum value of f(a) and the corresponding value Explain why (x + 3)? + 1 is positive for all real values of x. (BD Find the minimum of maximum value of fi@) and the corresponding value of x. (a) f(x) = 2x7 —4x—5 (b) f() 2x +3 (Q) f@) =2-3x4 3% (d) 0) =3x+ 4-2" IBD siven fx) = x° — 28 + 3, show that f(3) > 2 forall real values of x Show that 4a —.x° — 7 is always negative. BS Explain why 4x? — 12x 1 10 is positive for all real values of x. ) Solve 31° — 10x — 8 = 0 using the following methods. ¢ — Factorisation * Completing the square © Quadratic formula Compare the three methods and write down the reason(s) for your preferred methodQuadkatic Functions 7 Graphical Representation of ' Quadratic Functions You Will Learn To * Use the discriminant to determine the number of »-intercepts of quadratic graphs ** Use the discriminant to determine whether ax" + bx +c is always positive or (always) negative he graph of a quadratic function changes direction at a point called the ‘turning point or the vertex of the graph. The general form ax’ + bx + ¢ is not very useful in sketching quadratic graphs, as it does not show features like intercepts and turning points. As such, we would convert quadratic functions from the general form to either the factorised form or the completed square form. * The factorised form a(x — p)(x— 4), where p and q are the x-intercepts * The completed square form a(x — hy + k, where (it, &) are the coordinates of the tuming point Do the following activity to explore the graphs of quadratic functions in various forms. Activity 1B —2iorite opte of qiodic fecionin he lomay= y= atx = pag) and y= ate — hy +k) athe +e, Use a graphing software to draw the graphs of quadratic functions in various forms and observe their shapes. ( (@) Display on the same screen some graphs of quadratic functions of the form y= ax’ + br +c, where a> 0, What do the shapes look like? (b) Display on the same screen some graphs of quadratic functions of the form y= ax’ + br +c, where a <0. What do the shapes look like? (li) Draw graphs of quadratic functions of the form y = a(x — p)(x ~ q). (a) How does the sign of a affect the shape of the graphs? {b) At which points does each of the graphs intersect the x-axis? How are these points related to p and q? (d) If the line of symmetry has the equation x = h, how is h related to p and q? (iii) Draw graphs of quadratic functions of the form y = a(x — hy" + k. (a) How does the sign of a affect the shape of the graphs? (b) What are the coordinates of the turning point for each graph plotted? How do you determine whether a turning point is a maximum or minimum point? What conclusion can you make? (€) What is the equation of the line of symmetry for each graph plotted? What conclusion can you make?From the activity, we have the following results. The coefficient, a, of x* determines the shape of a quadratic graph and the nature of the turning point. ‘maximum point + bet c.a<0 yaar +br+e,a>0 ‘minimum point The factorised form gives the x-intercepts p and q and enables us to find the line of symmetry. y=aK—pA-.a>0 A yaate—pya—q),a<0 +4 2 (line of symmetry) x= 224 (line of symmevy) The completed square form gives the coordinates of the turning point and enables us to find the line of symmetry. (line of symmetry) ace hy +k a>0 yaar hf +k acd 19, minimum point (line of symmetry)Quadkatic Functions Example 5 Try 5 (i) Find the coordinates of the turning point and the (i) Find the coordinates of y-intercept on the graph of y = —2x" + dv +4. the turning point and the (ii) Find the exact values of x for which y = 0. (ii) Soive the equation y = 0. Solution oe (i) 2 +444 @ (15,0).9 ao Gi) 15.1 =-2@- 1° +2+4 (x - 1h + 6 4 4 The turning point is (1, 6). rake, . Note When x =0, y =4. The y-intercept is 4. Leting 4 = 0 enables us tw find the y-intercept. Letting enables us to find intercepts). The graph is shown (i) From part (I), 208 D7+6=0 illustration Solving ax’ + bx + ¢ = 0 for x gives the x-interceptts) of the graph of y = ax’ + br + c. The values that satisfy an equation are called the roots or solutions of the equation. In Example 5, we say that the equation -2x° + 4x + 4 = 0 has two different (or distinct) real roots, | + J3 and1- J3. Example 6 Try 6 (i) Find the x-intercepts and the coordinates of the turning | (Find the x-intercepts and point on the graph of y = 2x*— 6x — 8. the coordinates of the (ii) Hence explain why 2x° — Gx — 8 = 0 has two distinct real turning point on the graph of y= 2x4 244. roots. 4 Hence explain why =20 + 2v+ 4=0 has two Solution distinct real roots. (i) 2° - Gr -8 = 20° -3x-4) Answers =~ 2+ Da 9) @ 12,0545) The x-intercepts are -1 and 4. Finding the coordinates of the turning point?= (ii) The real roots of 2x° - Gx -8 = 0 Mat are the x-intercepts of the graph of ConneCtion y = 2x" — Gx - 8. y 6x We can also solve The graph has two x-intercepts, poe -1 and 4. Hence 2x" - 6x — 8 = 0 has two distinct real roots. by factorisation to check that the equation has two distinct real roots. Discriminant, Roots and x-intercepts When the value of the quadratic function f(x) = ax’ + bx + ¢ is 0, we will obtain its corresponding quadratic equation ax” + bx + ¢ = 0. We have learned previously that we may solve @ quadratic equation by the ac quadratic formula x = _ The expression b* — dac is called the discriminant. Without working out the roots, we can use the sign of the discriminant to determine the number of real roots of the quadratic equation and the number of x-intercepts of the corresponding quadratic graph. Do the following activity to explore the relationships between the discriminant, roots and x-intercepts. Activity 1 C= aipattentm pastel gah d gud indi oa? Tis isle sign th dasninnd and empl ho ta least the ntirn of oot af th gated] (i) Copy and complete the table. Graph of | Value of discriminant | _ Sign of Roots of Nature | Take year+brte eee discriminant | ax? + bx + otros | Note When we describe a= 2e41 the nature of roots an equation has, we mean whether the equation has real roots; if there pox -2e+1 are real roots, whether they are distinct or repeated. (a) When does the quadratic equation ax’ + bx + ¢ = 0 have * real roots, © real and distinct roots, © real and repeated roots, * no real roots? (b) How does the sign of the discriminant affect the nature of roots? (li) Use a graphing software to draw the graphs mentioned in the table. (a) Take note of the sign of the discriminant and the number of x-intercepts of the graphs. What can you conclude? (b) How does the sign of the discriminant affect the position of the graphs?" (Quadratic Functions From the activity, we summarise as follows. ard Mate so | 2 reaband distnot > Ay fe Comnection roots We will use the “The curve intersects the ani at Reach 2 points between the discriminant aa) and the nature n<0 f opal cil Chopter 2. (repeated) roots “The ourve intersects the avai at 1 point (or touches the sans). a>0 ‘The curve does not intersect the axis In particular, when the value of the discriminant is less than 0, the graph of y=ar + bx +c is entirely * above the x-axis when a> 0, * below the x-axis when a <0. Hence we have the following results. Discriminant <0 and a>0 = y Discriminant <0 anda<0 = y Take Note‘ © isa logic symbol. A> B means A and B are equivalent. ax’ + bx + c> 0 for all real values of x. ix + bx + ¢ <0 for all real values of x. Example 7 Use the discriminant to determine the number of x-intercepts for the graph of each given quadratic function. (b) y=@-37 41 fa) y= 4 Gr49 Solution (a) Discriminant = 6° - 4(1)(9) = 0 Hence the graph of y (b) y=Q@-xf +1 =x-4r45 Discriminant = (-4y° — 415) Hence the graph of y x + 6x +9 has one x-intercept. the number of xintercepts for the graph of ‘each given quadratic function. -4<0 1 has no a-intercepts.. Example 8 Find the non-zero values of p for which the graph of y = px ~ 2x + p touches the x-axis, Try 8 Find the values of p for which the graph of y= 3x + 12 — px meets the x-axis at one point ive only. Solution imeem As the graph touches the x-axis, there is one x-intercept 2 only. Discriminant = 0 (2)? = 4@\p) = 0 4-4p* P Example 9 Try 9 Explain why the graph of y = 27 + (1 — p)x — p intersects Explain why the graph of the x-axis. 2x+2~>p, where p> |, intersects the x-axis at ; two points. Solution Discriminant = (I = py = 4(1)(-p) Think 1-2p + p'+4p Deeper. p+2pel n “ =(p+ 1 ow many points of intersection = are there between the graph of Hence the graph intersects the x-axis. ate — p)x—p and the x-axis? Example 10. Try 10 (a) Show that the graph of = 2kx + (P+ 1) is entirely | (a) Show that the graph of above the x-axis. 25 ee (E+ 1) (b) Show that ~2x7 + 4kx — 2K — 1 is negative for all real Ties completely below the values of x. sane : (b) Show that 5x + ke +A? + 1 Solution is always positive. Since the discriminant is negative and the coefficient is positive, the graph is entirely above the x-axis. (b) (4ky — 6k 8 A228 - 16K — Discriminant of 2 How can | also use the meth of completing the square to prove the statements? Since the discriminant is negative and the coefficient of x*is negative, -2x° + dkx — of x. 2k — 1 is negative for all real valuesExercise P| For each of the following, (state the coordinates of the turning point, (ii) find the axial intercepts (if any). (a) 2+ 2P-8 (b) y=-3@r-2)° +3 ©)» (d) (e) y 0) 1 gat ly 4x + 27 4+ 9 For each of the following, {i) state the x-intercepts, {ii) find the coordinates of the turning point. {a) ) (b) () (a) (e) ( 2r— er + 2) =-3@r- )Gx-2) (x + 2)(2x—3) (x — 4) 2x 5) 2(2x + 5)(3 — x) 28x ~ 4 For what value(s) or range of values of k does y = -3x° — 2x + k have (no xintercepts, (ii) one x-intercept, (ii) two x-intercepts? Is it true that y = 2x" + bx + ¢ has the same number of -intercepts as y = 2x? — bx + c? Justify your answer. Given that y = ax’ + bx + c has two x-intercepts, show that ac < i : (Find the coordinates of the turning point and the equation of the line of symmetry on the graph of y=2+2x-1, {ii) Find the exact values of x for which 2° + 2r-1=0. (Quadratic Functions (i) Find the intercepts and the coordinates of the turning point on the graph of y 4x43. (ii) Explain why ~2 + 4x = -3 has two distinct real roots. i) Find the value(s) or range of values of p for which the graph of (a) y= px — 6x + p touches the x-axis, (b) y =3x° + 2x—p intersects the axis at two distinct points, (c)_ y= 20° + 3x + 2p intersects the x-axis, (d)_y = px’ — x4 does not intersect the x-axis. Find the range of values of k for which fa) the graph of y=x° + 2x4 k41 lies completely above the x-axis, (b) -x° + 4x + kis always negative. Find the range of values of k for which (a) 2x° + 2x + kis always positive, (b) 30° + Gr + k— Lis always negative, (ce) the graph of y = 2x7 + x — 2k lies entirely above the x-axis. Find the range of values of ¢ for which y=3x —2r+¢~1 intersects the x-axis, Explain why the graph of y=20 +4v—k+ 1 has no x-intercepts when k= -5. (i) Prove that 2x° + 2x > —4 for all real values of x. (ii) Hence explain why the graph of y=2r'+ 2x4 4has no x-intercepts.. Find the range of values of p for which (a) Find the range of values of m for the graph of which x° — 10x + 4—m > 0 for all (@) y= (+ DQr-1)-@-2) real values of x. intersects the x-axis at two (b) Find the range of values of k distinct points, for which (b) y= plx + 1-3) -x + 4p +2 ax + tke — A(k— 1k + 2) <0 does not intersect the x-axis. for all real values of x. Find the least value of k for which the graph of y= 2" - kr + P-GB +x) intersects the x-axis. Applications of 1 Quadratic Functions You Will Learn To + Use quadratic functions as models Qyizit2ts fertions can be used to model a wide ranged Yeu of practical problems. We can form relationships now? between quantities with quadratic equations and use S quadratic graphs to represent the trajectory of objects, Transport engineers use hysics phenomena or parabolic structures. parabolic curves for design Bhyris Pl eS of railway tracks and roads. Let us look at some examples of quadratic functions. The trajectory of water sprayed onto the sea can be modelled by a quadratic function.Quadkatic Functions 15 Parabolic arches support the bridge such that the weight of the deck is evenly distributed on the columns. Did You Know? A parabola is a member of the family of conic sections. ell parabola This section of roller coaster is in the shape of a parabola, which gives riders a sensation of weightlessness as they descend. Example 11 Projectile Motion. A ball was launched from a slingshot. Its height, / m, above the ground is given by h = -2x° + 8x + 1, where x m is the horizontal distance from the slingshot. ()_ Find the height of the ball above the ground when it just left the slingshot. Find the greatest height of the ball after it was launched from the slingshot. (iil) If 2 toy is 3 m horizontally from the slingshot and 7 m above the ground, justify if the ball will hit the toy directly. Solution (2) When the ball just left the slingshot, it was 0 m horizontally from the slingshot. Thus x = 0. When x = 0, h = -2(0)° + 8(0) + 1 The ball was I m above the ground when it just left the slingshot.The greatest height is 9m. (2,9) is the maximum point on the graph of = ~2x7 + r+ 1. (iii) When x = 3, h = -2G - 2)°+9 The flight of the ball passes through (3, 7) and so the ball will hit the toy directly. Try 11 Projectile Motion. A projectile was launched from a catapult to smash a defence structure on a fort. Its height, hm, above the ground is given by = ~saax" + 2 distance from the catapult. * (). Find the height of the projectile when it just left the catapult. ii) Find the greatest height of the projectile after it was launched from the catapult. If the defence structure is 150 m horizontally from the catapult and 5 m above the ground, justify f the projectile will smash the structure. +3, where x m is the horizontal Answers: (i) 3 m (i No 7mi Example 12 Architectural Design. A curved arch that supports a bridge can be modelled by a quadratic function with its graph shown. In this model, x m is the horizontal distance from O and y m is the height of the arch above the surface of water. The arch is 120 m wide at its base and 50 m high in the middle. (i) Write a quadratic function in the form y = a(x — p)(x — g) to represent the arch. ii) A point on the arch is 10 m horizontally from O. What is the height of the arch above the surface of water at this point? (iii) Another point on the arch is 20 m vertically from the surface of water. What is the width of the arch at this point?Quadkatic Functions 17 Solution (i) Let the function representing the arch be y = ax(x — 120), where a is a constant. The arch is 120 m wide. When x = 60, y = 50. 50 = a(60)(60 — 120) 50 = 36000 The function representing the arch is y = -4 x(x — 120). When x= 10, y= =F; (OVO — 120) 5 = 152 Big The height of the arch is BS m. 4()(1440) 120 + 8640 2 13.524, 106.48 106.48 — 13.524 = 93.0 The width of the arch is 93.0 m. R Try 12 Architectural Design. The opening of a tunnel can be y modelled by a quadratic function with its graph shown. In this model, x m is the horizontal distance from one end of the tunnel and y m is the height of the tunnel. The tunnel is 10 m wide at its base and 5 m high in the middle. (i) Write a quadratic function in the form y = atx p)(r—9) to represent the opening of the tunnel. A point on the opening of the tunnel is 2m horizontally from one end. What is the height of the tunnel at this point? Another point on the opening of the tunnel is o 4.2 m vertically from the base. What is the width iat of the tunnel at this point? L Answers: (i) y = —Lx(x— 10) (i) 3 m Gi) 4mExample 13 Architectural Design. An arched underpass has the shape of a parabola as shown. In the diagram, x m is the horizontal distance from one end of the arch and y m is the height of the arch. A one-way road passing under the arch is 6 m wide and the maximum height of the arch is $m. (i) Write a quadratic function in the form (x — hy’ + k to represent the arch. Find the height of the arch when its width is 4 m. Decide whether it is possible for a truck that is 4 m wide and 2.5 m tall to navigate through the underpass. Explain your answer. Solution (i) Let the function representing the arch be y = a(x —3)° +5, where a is a constant. The turning point of the quadratic graph is (3, 5). The graph passes through the origin (0, 0). ‘The function representing the arch is y = 26 3) ii) When x= 1, y= 3a —3)°+5 When the width of the arch is 4m, a value of xis (6~4)+2=1. The height of the arch is 2% m when its width is 4 m, Think Deeper. From part (i), the maximum possible height for a vehicle Scns ties hound "1 Would you set 22m as of width 4 m to navigate through the underpass is 25M. 5 maximurn height that a vehicle can navigate safely through the underpass? through the underpass. Explain. Since 2.5 m <2 m, its possible for the truck to navigateQuadkatic Functions 19) Try 13 Architectural Design. An arched underpass has the shape of a parabola as shown. In the diagram, « m is the horizontal distance from one end of the arch and y m is the height of the arch. A river passing under the arch is 3 m wide, and the maximum height of the arch is 2 m. (i) Write @ quadratic function in the form y represent the arch. Find the height of the arch when its width is | m. ) Decide whether it is possible for a boat that is I m wide a(x hy + kto and 1.8 m tall to navigate through the underpass. Explain 0) = your answer. Answers: (i) =—8/ x -3) +2 12m YEgEg 5 Car manufacturers use quadratic functions to determine Did You what types of brakes and tyres are needed to stop cars Know? moving at various speeds. During the investigation of car accidents, police used Let us investigate how a quadratic function can be used to isms one Batter model such a situation. she sieeklct orcas once the car collisions occurred. Activity 1D Investigate how a quadratic function can be @ model to a sat of experimental data] Engineering. The table shows the approximate rapid braking distances, d m, in a testing workshop for different speeds, v knv/h, of a car. vckmh) | 20 | 30 | 40 | 50 | 60 | 70 | 80 | 90 | 100 am) | 10 | 15 | 20 | 35 | a5 | oo | 75 | 95 | 10 (i) Use a graphing software to draw a scatter plot of the data with v as the horizontal axis and d as the vertical axis. Why is a quadratic function suitable to model these data values? Discuss. (i) Display on the same screen a curve of best fit for the given data. (iii) The data can be modelled by d = av” + by + ¢, where a, b and ¢ are constants. Find this function. (iv) Use the function obtained in part (i {a) estimate the braking distance for a speed of 65 km/h, {b) find the speed of the car for a braking distance of 70 m (v) State two factors that may affect the braking distance besides the speed of the car.(FD Architectural Design. A section of cable is suspended between two towers of a bridge. The height, y m, of the cable above the roadway is given chee, epee by y= Za5p (300)? + 10, where xm is the horizontal distance from tower P. (i) Find the height of each tower above the roadway. (ii) Find the distance between the two, towers. (iii) A car on the road is 20 m beneath the cable. How far from tower P could the car be? Roller Coaster Engineering. The height, y m, of a rider above the ground in a section of roller coaster ride is given by y = + where x m is the rider's horizontal distance from the start of the ride, (i) Express the function in the form a(x — hy + ke ind the rider’s minimum height above the ground. (iil) If the rider is 8 m above the ground after the ride starts, find the rider's horizontal distance from the start of the ride. 2+ 8, di) Projectile Motion. Two shells are fired from a battleship at two enemy frigates. Their flights can be represented on a Cartesian plane as shown. (i ieee The vertical height, y m, of the first shell from the gun on the battleship is given by y= Hy x? + 5x, where x m is the horizontal distance travelled Assume this shell hits the enemy frigate. (i) How far is the enemy frigate from the battleship? (ii) What is the maximum vertical height that the shell can reach? The vertical height of the second shell is given by y= = (x 1500) + 450, (ili) If the second enemy frigate is 3 km from the battleship, justify whether the second shell will hit it. Architectural Design. A section of curved cable that hangs between two towers of a suspension bridge can be modelled by a quadratic function with its graph shown.In the model, x m is the horizontal distance from the left tower and y m is the height of the cable above the road. The cable touches the surface of the road halfway between the two towers, which are 20 m above the roadway and 120 m apart. (i) Find a quadratic function to model this situation. (ii) Find the height of the cable above the roadway at a point that is 20 m away from the left tower. Architectural Design. A section of curved cable of a suspension bridge can be modelled by a quadratic function with its graph shown. In the model, x m is the horizontal distance and y m is the height of the cable above the bridge. Vertical supporting wires are spread out in equal intervals of 1 m apart hanging from the cable. The longest length of these wires is 40 m and the shortest length of these wires is 10 m. The two longest wires are 200 m apart. () Find a quadratic function in the form y= ax —h)’ + k to model this situation. (ii) Find the length of the vertical supporting wire that is 30 m horizontally from the origin. Quadkatic Functions 21 ® Architectural Design. Suppose the cross section of a skateboard ramp is parabolic in shape and can be represented by y = (.25x° — x + 2, where x m is the horizontal distance and y m is the height of the ramp above the ground. i) Find the y-intercept and the coordinates of the turning point on the graph of y against x. (ii) Find the maximum depth of the ramp. i) For safety reasons, the maximum height of the ramp above the ground is limited to 2 m. Find the maximum possible width of the curved part of the ramp. Bp Projectile Motion. The height, y m, of a shot above the ground after it has been thrown is given by yangate pare 2, where xm is the horizontal distance travelled. (i) Express the function in the form yeax—hy +k. ind the intercepts and the coordinates of the turing point on the graph of y against x. (iii) Find the maximum height that the shot can reach. (iv) Find the horizontal distance that the shot has travelled before it lands. ii). Projectile Motion. A soccer ball is kicked from the ground. The height, fim, of the ball above the ground at time f seconds is given by h=8t-4¢. (i) Express the function in the form h= a(t ~ p)(t-q). (ii) Find the intercepts and the coordinates of the turning point ‘on the graph of # against r. (iii) Find the maximum height that the ball can reach. (iv) Find the time it takes for the ball to return to the ground. (v) A player whose height is 1.8 a wishes to head the ball as it is falling. Find the earliest time he can do so with his feet on the ground. A wire that is 40 cm long is bent into the shape of a rectangle whose width isxem. (i) Find an expression, in terms of xx, for the area, A cm*, of the rectangle. (ii) Find the x-intercepts on the graph of A against (iii) Find the maximum area that can be formed. (iv) Show that this maximum area is only possible if the shape formed is a square. [BD Projectile Motion. The height, y m, of a baseball above the ground x seconds after it has been hit is given by y= Sx" + 20x + c, where ¢ is a constant. (Use the discriminant to find the range of values of c if the baseball did not reach a height of 50 m. (ii) If = 20, express y in the form y=a(x—h) + k Hence find the coordinates of the maximum point. Relate the answer in part (i) to the answer in part [BD Projectile motion. The following functions model the paths of three water jets. Water jet Water jet B: y= 0.20 + 18 Water jet C: y= 0.08" + 24 Which water jet will (send water the farthest, (ii) send water the highest, (ii) produce the narrowest path? Explain. Water jet D can be modelled by y= O57 + 2x + k, where kis a constant and all distances are measured in metres. (iv) Find the range of values of k if this water jet will send water to a maximum height of at least 10 m.Quadkatic Functions 23 @ In mathematics, a zero of a function f(x) is a value of x such that f(x) = 0. Did You Know? In mathematics, this algorithm is known as Fixed Point Iteration. Search on the Internet to The following algorithm can be used to obtain approximate roots of f(x) = 0. Step 1: Write f(x) = 0 in the form x = g(x), where g(x) is a function of x. find out more applications of this algorithm, For example, 2x° + 3x — ade + where g(x) = 2 3 3 Step 2: Let x,,=2 —3, where x; is an input value of x and x, is the next input value lp of x after s Step 3: Choose an input value, x, as the initial approximation of x. Step 4: Substitute x, into the formula in Step 2 to obtain the next approximation of x. Repeat the process of substitution to obtain successive approximations until X41 = 4, correct to 2 decimal places. For example, by choosing x, = —l, aD3ism Since x,=x, correct to 2 decimal places, equation. 35 is an approximate root of the Using the above algorithm, write a computer program that can be used to find the approximate values of the zeros of a quadratic function.Maximum and minimum values Any quadratic function in general form ax” + bx + ¢ can be transformed to completed square form a(x — poo {ine of symmety) {02.0 maximum point oleh +k a0 yea iy +k <0 %(4.4, minimum point xh (line of symmetry) Discriminant, roots and x-intercepts Discriminant | Nature of roots of | Number of Graph of Cadac) | ak + bx +e scinteroepts distinct roots ax’ + byte The curve intersects the x-axis al 2 points, a>0 a<0 2 real and equal (repeated) roots The curve intersects the: x-axis al 1 point (or touches the x-axis), eof <0 Nora ets o VM Phe curve does not intersect the x-axis. When discriminant <0 and a>O< y When discriminant <0 anda <0 y ax’ + bx + ¢ > 0 for all real values of x. + bx + ¢ <0 for all real values of x.Quadkatic Functions 25 Journal Writing Automobile Engineering. A car travels down a straight section of a test track. The distance, d m, it takes for the car to stop completely when a red light flashes can be modelled by 2 quadratic function of v, where v km/h is the speed of the car. Itis given that the car will stop in 20 m if it travels at 40 km/h, and it will stop in 42 m if it travels at 60 km/h. Why is a quadratic function a suitable model for this case? Discuss with your classmates. Find a quadratic function to model the motion of the car in the given context. Write your answer in the form d= av" + by +c. Your classmates claim that poor braking systems would increase the value of a, and slippery track surface would increase the value of c. Comment on their statements. Are they correct? Why or why not? Revision Exercise SetA 1 Physics. The amount of deflection, A3_ The equation of a curve is d mm, of a plastic rod supported at ya x +2r+8—p, where p is both ends under a load in the middle is a constant. given by d = 0.002m* + 0.02m + 0.005, (i) Find the range of values of p for where m g is the mass of the load which the curve lies completely (i) Find the deflection when a load of above the x-axis. 200 g is added. {ii)_ In the case where p = 2, find the (ii) Explain if this model is suitable for coordinates of the turning point a load of 100 kg. and the y-intercept on the graph of y=x7+ pr+8—p. A2 Accurve has the equation y=-On +443. AA (i) Given that ax* — 4x — c is always (Show that the lowest point on the positive, what conditions must curve has coordinates (1, 5). apply to the constants a and c? ii) Find the x-coordinates of the (ii) Give a pair of values of a and c points at which the curve intersects that satisfy the conditions found in the x-axis. part (i).. AS Roller Coaster Engineering. A section of roller coaster track is parabolic in shape. The height, /r m, of the first capsule above the ground at time t seconds is given by h = rf — 12 + 40. () Explain why this capsule cannot reach a height of 2 m. (ii) Find the time taken for the capsule to reach the lowest point of this section of the ride. A6 A set of experimental data is tabulated below. Bo ea als y[ 1 [3s] 7 [us| iz [2s () Suggest a quadratic function to model the relationship between x and y. Explain how you found the function (ii) Deduce the range of values of x for which y < 0. Set B B1 (i) Express y = 2x7 — 10x + min the form a(x — hy + k. (i) If the minimum value of y is 42, find the value of m. (iil) Find the range of values of m for which y = 2x° — 10x + m has two distinct x-intercepts. B2 A quadratic curve has the equation y= ax —x +c, The curve passes through the points (-2, -3) and (I, 3). ()_ Find the value of a and of c. (ii) Find the coordinates of the turning point. Hence explain why the value of y can never exceed 8. Projectile Motion. A ball is thrown from the top of a building. The height, hm, of the ball above the ground at time f seconds is given by h=4-f +12. () Find the height of the ball 3 seconds later. (i) Find the maximum height that the ball can reach. (iil) Find the values of ¢ when h = 0. (iv) Interpret your answer from part in this context. Atectangle is x em long and y em wide. (i) Given that its perimeter is 16 cm, express y in terms of x. (ii) Express its area, A cm’, as a function of x. (iii) Find the coordinates of the turning point on the graph of A against x, Hence explain why the greatest area of the rectangle occurs when x Architectural Design. A cable in the shape of a parabola is suspended at the ends of a bridge. ©The minimum height of the cable above the roadway is 30 m. ‘©The horizontal span of the bridge is 180 m. ©The cable starts at (0, 75) and ends at (180, 75) when its shape is drawn on a Cartesian plane. Suggest a quadratic function to model this situation, assuming that the x-axis is the roadway. Explain how you found the answer. (a) Find the smallest value of the integer a for which ax® + 4x +6 is positive for all real values of x. (b) Given that the graph of y =-Gx" + by —3 lies completely below the x-axis, show that P<.28 Simultaneous Equations a You Will Learn To '* Solve simultaneous equations in two variables by substitution, with cone of the equations being linear * Apply simultaneous equations in real-world contexts YZ have learned to solve a pair of simultaneous linear equations by various methods. For example, solve for x and y: xty=7 a dx-y=3 Q Solving by elimination Solving by substitution Solving graphically (1) + (2): Sx =10 From (1), y=7-x (3) h x Substitute (3) into (2). 4-7 -») Sx How do I soive the non-linear equation y’ + (2x + 3) = 10 and the linear equation 2x + y = Issimultaneously? Are all the three methods mentioned above still applicable? Which method should | use? To solve a linear equation and a non-linear equation simultaneously, we can solve for one variable in the linear equation and then substitute the resulting expression into the non-linear equation. Example 1 Try 1 Solve, for x and y, the simultaneous equations Solve, for.x and y, the y+ (2x43) = 10 and2r+y=1 simultaneous equations 2x—y=3 and xy=x+2y. Answers x= 1y=-lorxEquations and Inequalities Solution Take 7 y+ r43)h=10 (1) Note Qr+y=l We need to pair up the values yel-2 of x and y and write them in order as the final answer. For Substitute (2) into (1). example, this presentation is (12x) + Qx +3) = 10 ae 1—4x + 4x74 4? + 1204+ 9= 10 because each pair of values 8x + 8r=0 of x and y must satisfy the B8x(x + 1) =0 simultaneous equations x=-lorx=0 together. When x= -I, y= 1-2-1) =3. Mak When x= 0, y= “ 20) = 1 Connection When solving two linear equations in two unknowns simultaneously, we generally get one solution. When solving a non-linear equation and a linear equation simultaneously, we could get two solutions. Do you know why? Explain. orx=0,y=1. Let us now investigate the relationship between the grap! | and algebraic solutions of a pair of simultaneous equations. Activity 2A: Use a graphing software to draw on the same screen the graphs of the equations in Example 1. () How many points of interscetion are there? (ii) What are the coordinates of the points of intersection? (iii) How are the points of intersection related to the solutions of the simultaneous equations? [Relote points of intersection to zolutions of simultaneous equetions] From the activity, we know that (~1, 3) and (0), 1) are the points of intersection between the curve y’ + (2x + 3)" = 10 and the line 2x + y In general, we have this result. Thine Deeper. The points of intersection between the graphs What are the maximum. representing a pair of simultaneous equations give number and the minimum the graphical solutions of the simultaneous equations. number of solutions that a pair of simultaneous (one linear, one non-linear) ‘equations has? 29(es Example 2. Try 2 Find the coordinates of the points of intersection between | Find the coordinates of the the curve y =.° - 2x +2 and the line x+y =4. points of intersection of the line y —x +3 =0 and the curve y=? 4r 4 1. Solution 4 (1) yer -2e+2 (2 Answers = ) and (4, 1) a, Substitute (2) into (1). Mate ne a re Comnettion x -x-2=0 The line intersects the curve at (-1, 5) and (2, 2). ‘The coordinates of the points of intersection are (-1, 5) and (2, 2). We can follow these steps to solve problems in real-world contexts involving simultaneous equations. : Read the problem carefully and highlight important information. Define the unknowns, say x and y. : Formulate two equations (usually one linear equation and one non-linear equation) in x and y from the given information. : Solve the simultaneous equations for the unknowns. : Check whether the answers are reasonable and correct. Example 3- Try 3 Measurement. A rectangular car license plate has an area of | Measurement. A rectangular 600 cm’. Its perimeter is 4 cm more than 10 times its length. | Picture frame has an area of 154 cm’ and a perimeter of 50 em, Find the dimensions of this picture frame. Find the dimensions of this license plate. Solution Answer Let J em be the length and w em be the width of the license | 14 om by 11 im plate. Es dw = 600 (1) The area is 600 cm’ 2w + 2= 101 +4 The perimeter is 4 cm more Qw = 8144 than 10 times its length. w=4l+2 (2)Equations and Inequalities 31 Substitute (2) into (1). UAL + 2) 4F + 21-600 =0 2P + 1-300 (Ql + 25y- 12) I= Since length cannot have a negative value, = 12. When / = 12, w = 4(12) + 2 = 50. The dimensions of the license plate are 50 cm by 12 cm. How dol check that th do \ check that the Or answer is covvect? Give two methods of solving the simultaneous equations y = x - 4 and y =2x—4, Explain how you worked ; out the answers. | t iagram shows the curve + Land the line y= x. Solve the following simultaneous Sai equations. Find the coordinates of the points of intersection between the curves and the lines. (a) y=2x-S,4y (b) 1 - 2x, 277 © -y,¥tx+¥=51 (i) Explain why the equation 1 = x has no solutions. (ii) Draw on the same axes a line that is parallel to y = x and intersects the curve at two distinct points. State clearly the equation of the line drawn. (iii) Hence write down a quadratic equation that has two solutions in the form x° + 1 =x + &, where k is a constant. Find the values of x and y such that 20 + xy—y? = 4x - 2y = 26. Find the coordinates of the points of intersection between the curves and the lines. (a) xy + 20= 5x, x- (b) 2x-y=4, 2x7 es () 3x+y=L@t yas(es It is given that the following pair of simultaneous equations has one solution. y= 2x + bx +c, where b,c>0 y=-4 (i) If the linear equation were replaced by y= —4 + d, where d > 0, how many solutions would the pair of simultaneous equations have? (ii) If the linear equation were replaced by y = -4—d, how many solutions would the pair of simultaneous equations have? i) Enclosure Design. A rectangular enclosure is made with 18 m of fencing on three sides as shown. If the area of wall the enclosure is 40 m’, calculate its possible dimensions. ym xm [PD Estate Planning. 4 town council decides to set aside a rectangular piece of land for a community garden. The piece of land is x m long and y m wide. (i) Find the expressions, in terms of x and y, for the area and perimeter of the land. If its area is 216 m* and it is enclosed by 60 m of fencing, calculate the dimensions of the piece of land. [HD Ladder Problem. A ladder that is 5 m long is placed on a horizontal floor and is leaning against a vertical wall. The base of the ladder is x m from the wall and the top of the ladder is y m from the floor, (Form a non-linear equation in x and y. (ii) Solve your non-linear equation with the linear equation (iil) Explain why only one of the solutions is acceptable. A cylindrical wooden block with base radius r em and height # em has a total surface area of 32cm’. i) Show that 7° + hr = 16. Given that its height is 4 cm more than its base radius, find the value of rand of h. The curve 12x°— Sy =7 intersects the line 2p*x — Sy = 7 at the point (1, p). () Find the value of p. (ii) Find the coordinates of the other point of intersection. ye 2 +2 =5and245=5 5 xy 6 x 2 simultaneously for x and y. Solve A pair of simultaneous equations is given. sae4y¥ roxy Find x and y in terms of s and rif x>y>0. A pair of simultaneous equations is given. 2x + Gy = k, where k is a real number (x — 20)? + (Gy + 10)’ = 200 (i) If k= 10, find the exact solutions of the simultaneous equations. Gi) If k= 1, explain how you could tell that there are no solutions without actually solving the simultaneous equations. (iil) Find the values of k for which the simultaneous equations have one solution only. (iv) Explain why there cannot be more than two solutions for all values of k.Equations and Inequalities 33 Nature of Roots of a 1 Quadratic Equation You will Learn To * Use the discriminant to determine whether @ quadratic equation has (i distinct real roots, (i) repeated real roots or (ii) no real roots * Use the discriminant to determine whether a given line (i) intersects a given curve, (ii) is a tangent to a given curve or (iii) does not intersect a given curve equation ax” + bx + ¢=0 R= that the discriminant of the quadré is b? — dac, which is the expression inside the radical sign (_ ) in the aqueckatic formula x = =b+M6" = 4a 2a The discriminant is named as such, because it can ‘discriminate’ between the possible types of the solutions that the equation has—whether it has real (and distinct) roots, equal roots or no real roots. In Chapter 1, we learned the connections between the discriminant, the nature of roots of the quadratic equation ax’ + by + c = 0 and the number of x-intercepts of the quadratic function y = av’ + bx +c. We can now extend the concept of the nature of roots of the quadratic equation ax’ + bx + ¢ = 0 to the intersection between a curve and a straight line. Intersection Between a Curve and a Straight Line Recall that when we solve ax” + bx + ¢ = 0, we are actually finding the number of points of intersection between * the quadratic graph of y = ax’ + hx + ¢ (the curve), and © the linear graph of y = 0) (the x-axis). By simply replacing the right side of the quadratic equation ax” + bx + ¢ = 0 with ‘mx + k, we can find the number of points of intersection between * the quadratic graph of y = ax” + bx + ¢ (the curve), and * the linear graph of y = mx + & (the line). ° + 6x + k and the line y= 2+ 1 Let us examine some cases where the curve y are drawn on the same axes. To determine the relationship between the two graphs, we need to equate the two given equations to obtain a new quadratic equation in x. Qe 0 V+ 6xt P+dre(k-1 The discriminant of the above equation is given by — 4k 1) = 16-4k 4 4 = 20-4k(ea Different values of k in the discriminant, 20 - 4k, determine the nature of the roots of the equation x° + 4x + (k— 1) = 0, and hence the number of points of intersection between the curve y =x" + Gx + k and the line y= 2x + 1. Number of Quadratic points ; equation formed Discriminant of Rane eee |e neeeee oe ee ae eeteas XY edr+(k-1) | P4deek-)=0) PY +4r4(k-1)=0 en =0 and y= 2x41 2 real and geo |20 1 20 -40)>0 distinct roots ; - ( 4420-4 spo et ang Se z = f 2 real and equal (repeated) roots 1 (Zand -2) 2 real (stinct or equal) 5 sane teem in VY kos FEED a9 a0 No real roots o Y Now let us use a graphing software to explore the relationship between a curve and a line. Activity 2B [Explore the relationship between the dzeriminent and the points of intersection between a curve ‘and ane] (i) Use a graphing software to draw the line y = 2x + 1. On the same axes, draw the curves y=x't Gx+ k fork=1, 2,3, 4, 5,6 and 7. (a) What values of k make the curve and the line intersect at two points? (b) What values of k make the curve and the line not intersect? (c) What value of k makes the line a tangent to the curve? (ii) For each value of k in part (i), substitute the linear equation into the quadratic equation and find the discriminant of the new equation formed. How is the sign of ‘the discriminant related to the number of points of intersection between the curve and the line?Equations and Inequalities 35 We can find the points of intersection between y= ax'+br+c Did You and y= mx + k by solving the two equations simultaneously, Kyo? which results in solving ax* + bx + ¢= mx +k, or ax’ + (b—m)x + (¢ — k) = 0. Thus, we have the following results. The square root of a negative number is called an imaginary number, because it is not real. When the discriminant is less than 0, the quadratic equation has no real roots. We also say that the equation has two complex roots. Each complex root could contain an imaginary number, i, and a real number, An example of such a root is 3 + 2i, where i represents =I. Example 4 Try 4 (a) Explain why the line y = 2x + 3 does not intersect the {a) Explain why the line curve y = 4x" +7. . yaaxt t intersects the (b) If the line y = 2x +3 intersects the curve x? + xy = k at emyey eT Salton two distinct points, find the range of values of k. distinct points. (c) If the line y = x —m is a tangent to the curve (b) If the line y=x+kisa y = 3x" + 3x, find the value of m. tangent to the curve y= 2x + Sx, find the value i of k. . Solution (©) If the curve y= 3x7 + m does not intersect the line {a) Substitute y = 2x +3 into y= 4° +7. y = 2x, find the range of _ 2e+3sdr47 values of m. av -2r+4=0 oe 42-0 Answers Discriminant = (1 — 4(2)(2) = -15 <0 (b) -2 (c) m> Hence the line does not intersect the curve. (b) Substitute y = 2x +3 into x? + xy = Y+xQx43)=k Since the line intersects the curve at two distinct points, discriminant > 0 3°-4GB)-K) > 0 9+ 12k>0 3 ke-Z36 peal Since the line is a tangent to the curve, discriminant 43m) 4- 12m wily When a line is a tangent toa quadratic curve, the line meets the curve at one point only. Example 5: Find the value(s) or range of values of p for which (a) 4x’ — 2x + p-2 =0 has two equal real roots, (b) px? — 4x + 1 = 2v—6 has real roots, +x—2+ p =(has two real and distinct roots, (d) ¢-x>9 + p for all real values of x. Solution (a) Since the equation has two equal real roots, discriminant = 0 * 4p - 2 2) 0 0 4 = 16p +32 36 - 16p =0 =2 Pra (b) px 4x4 1 = 20-6 pe -6x4+7= Since the equation has real roots, discriminant > 0 (OY - 4p) = 0 36 -28p > 0 2p > 36 9 <2 7 (€) Since the equation has two real and distinct roots, discriminant > 0 ACI2 + p)> 0 1-8+4p>0 4p>7 7 pry Try 5 Find the value(s) or range of values of p for which (a) px’ - 2-2 = Ohas two equal real roots, (b) 4x°- 2+ 1 =2e—phas two real and distinct roots, (= + 3x-2+p=Ohas real roots, () C+ 20 < 5+ p for all real values of x. Answers (a) p=-4 (b) p<0 >t (a p>-4 (4) p>-4(¢) Box>9+p -~O+p)>0 x ~ (9+ p) > 0 for all real values of x, the x — (9 + p) does not intersect the x-axis. Hence the equation y = 0 has no real roots and the Cy = 4()I-@ + pil <0 1436+4p <0 Equations and Inequalities 37 4p <37 <1 ps4 Example 6 Try 6 If the line y = mx ~ 8 intersects the curve y = x7 — Sx +m, If the line y = mx + 2 does show that m? + 6m —7 > 0. not intersect the curve x +x +3, show that m —2m-3<0. Solution _—<—<$<—— Substitute y = mx —8 into y=." — Sx +m. mx -8 = -Se+m x= (S+ m)x + (m+ 8)=0 Since the line intersects the curve, discriminant > 0 [+6 + mf -4()0n + 8) = 0 25+ 10m + m?- dm -32>0 m+ 6m-720 Example 7. Try 7- Business. Tom owns a factory that produces bicycle helmets. The profit per year, $P, from producing x number of helmets. is given by P = —0.003x° + 12x + 27 760. Can Tom make a profit of $40 000 per year? Explain. Solution Substitute P = 40 000 into P = -0.003x° + 12x + 27 760. 40 000 = —0.003x" + 12 + 27 760 0.003%" - 12x + 12 240 Discriminant = (12)° — 4(0.003)(12 240) = -288 <0 no real roots to the equation. is not possible for Tom to make a profit of $40 000 per year. Business, Jerry owns a business that sels tires. The revenue, SR, from selling x number of tires in July is given by R = x(200 - 0.4%). Can Jerry's business generate a revenue of $20 000 in July? Justify your answer. Answer: Yes Mal Conne ‘tion We can also solve Example 7 using the method of completing the square that was introduced in Chapter 1ae) 2.2 | {i) State the condition for which the quadratic equation 2x" + bx + 3b = 0 has real and distinct roots. (ii) Suggest a value of b that satisfies the condition in part (i). Find the value(s) or range of values of p for which (a) px — 6x + p = 0 has real and equal roots, {b) 3x° + 2x—p =0 has real and distinct roots, (ce) 2x° + 3x + 2p = 0 has real roots, {d) px’ — x4 = 0 has no real roots. Use the discriminant to determine whether each pair of the curve and the line intersects. If they intersect, state Explain whether the line y intersects the curve y = m where m < | Find the value() or range of values of p for which the equation (a) + (p+2x+4Q@-1)=0 has equal real roots, (b) 3x° = 2x + p 1 has real and distinct roots, (0) x° + p? = 3px - 5 has real and repeated roots, (d) (r+ NQr-1) =p —2has real and unequal roots, fe) por + 1-3) = x-4p—2 has no real roots. Show that the roots of the equation x + (p + Ix = 5 — 2p are real for all real values of p. Find the range of values of p for which the curve y= 2x" +x + 2p—Land the line y + 2x =p intersect at two distinct points. Find the value(s) or range of values of & for which (a) the line y = kx - Sis tangent to the curve x? = 2y + I, {b) the line x k— 1 intersect the curve y= 20+ 5, (©) the line y = kx + 2 intersects the curve y* = 8x — x at two distinct points, (d) the line y= x + k— 1 does not intersect the curve (y — 1)° = 4x. Both the curve y = x° and the line mx —m + 1 pass through the point a, b. (i) For what value of m is there only one point of intersection? (ii) What can you say about the line with regard to its position to the curve? fp >—3, show that the equation 2x + p = (x ~ 1) has no real roots. (i) Are there values of k such that the curve y = (k +3), lies completely above the line y =x +? Justify your answer. i) Explain the relationship between the curve and the line in part (i). Suggest a quadratic function f(x) that has the following properties: * There are no real solutions to the equation f(x) = 10. © The graph of the quadratic function has the maximum point. Explain your choice briefly.Projectile Motion. Mary is outside her apartment building. She needs to pass her key to John, who is 6 m above the ground floor of the building. Mary has no time to run upstairs, so she throws the key towards John. Suppose the height, h m, of the key above the ground floor at time ¢ seconds is given by h=-LI? + 20r+ 1. Is it possible for John to catch the key? Justify your answer. Business. The cost in thousands of dollars, C, of producing n hundred pairs of running shoes is given by 1 14An + 53.7, (i) Explain why it is impossible to have a cost of production of 10 thousand dollars. (ii) Explain why it is possible for the cost of production to reach 80 thousand dollars. {ill) Find the range of values of x if the cost of production is always more than x thousand dollars. number line Equations and Inequalities 39 Projectile Motion. The height, y m, of a ball above the ground at time t seconds after it has been thrown is given by the equation y= 0.57 + 7t+ k, where k is a constant. The ball is 26 m above the ground after 10 seconds. “i the initial height of the ball. (ii) Find the range of values of ¢ when the height of the ball is above 30 m. Deduce the maximum height of the ball. {iv) Using your result in part (ii) or otherwise, express y in the form a(t — py’ + q, where a, p and q are the real constants to be found. (v) A curve has the equation y =-O.5x" + Tx + ¢, where x and c are real. Is this curve the same as the curve that represents the motion of the ball? Justify your answer. Quadratic Inequalities You Will Learn To 7 * Solve quadratic inequalities and represent the solution on the * Apply quadratic inequalities in real-world contexts ecall that solving a linear inequality is similar to solving a linear equation, except ‘that you need to reverse the inequality sign whenever you multiply or divide both sides of the inequality by a negative number. The following properties are useful in solving inequalities. Ifa>b, thena+e>b+e. Ifa> b and > 0, then ac > be. Ifa> band ¢ <0, then ae < be. Solving Quadratic Inequalities A quadratic inequality in one variable is an inequality involving quadratic expressions. For example, x° — Sx +4 <0 or (x ~ 1)(@¢—4) <0 is a quadratic inequality in x.