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Learn It Part 2

Now that you know how to transform a quadratic equation into vertex form, explore the slideshow below to learn how to solve a quadratic equation that is written in vertex form.

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Solving a Quadratic Equation in Vertex Form

Solving for the zeros of a quadratic equation that is in vertex form is simple.

Set the equation equal to zero.

Isolate the parentheses.

Square root both sides of the equation.

Simplify the equation.

Solve for x.

The zeros of a quadratic equation in vertex form are .

The steps to find the zeros for the quadratic equation y equals the quantity x minus 3 squared minus 1 are shown.

The zeros of the function are 2 and 4.