Functions & Graphing

Parabola Playground

Sliders for a, h, k in y=a(x-h)²+k. Watch the parabola stretch, flip, and shift in real time.

Why this tool helps: The turning-point form parameters are confusing: positive h shifts RIGHT, which is counterintuitive.

Year levels: Year 9, Year 10 Curriculum: Australian Curriculum aligned

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