Question

what is the minimum value of the parabola shown? (a) 1 (b) 12 (c) -1 (d) -12 page 1: page 2: page 3: page 4: page 5:

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the vertex of the parabola

The minimum value of a parabola opening upwards occurs at its vertex. By observing the graph, we can find the y - coordinate of the vertex.

Step2: Read the y - value of the vertex

From the graph, the y - coordinate of the vertex is 1.

Answer:

a) 1