Answer
The value of $a$ will also tell us if the graph is wider or narrower than $y=x^2$.
Work Step by Step
If $a$ is greater than 1, then the graph is narrower than $y=x^2$.
If $a$ is less than 1, then the graph is wider than $y=x^2$.
Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)
by Martin-Gay, Elayn
Published by
Pearson
ISBN 10:
0321785045
ISBN 13:
978-0-32178-504-6
Chapter 8 - Section 8.5 - Quadratic Functions and Their Graphs - Vocabulary, Readiness & Video Check - Page 518: 18
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