So this new unit is not as bad as the very first unit, in my opinion. I actually understand how to complete the square, and I just have to make sure I slow down and take things step by step. I get now that you can use different forms of equations to find certain things. I realized...
1. Factored Form gives you your x intercepts.
2. Standard Form gives you your y intercept.
3. Vertex Form gives you your vertex and line of symmetry.
I am glad that clicked in so I can use that information to find answers to questions easier and faster. We also started learning how to use the completing the square in examples involving area and perimeter of certain shapes and objects. Sometimes I forget how to find the area or circumference of a circle, so I need to drill those equations in my mind. I can usually figure out the word problems you have given us, but I end up making small mistakes that mess up my answers. Oh and another thing, I don't really understand the x intercept equation involving a +/- square root. I hardly remember that from my other math classes. So I will probably have to find out how to do that if it will be on the test. All in all though, other than a few questions, I feel pretty okay with how this test is looking to be.
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