This document provides instructions for creating a graph of a quadratic function using sliders in TI-Nspire. It describes how to create a graph window and two sliders, set the sliders to manipulate the h and k values in the equation y=(x-h)2+k, and input the generic quadratic equation to link it to the sliders. Moving the sliders then dynamically graphs the quadratic with the adjusted h and k values.

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TI‐Nspire Mini‐Tutorials
Exploring Graphs of Quadratic Functions in Vertex Form Using
Sliders
Summary of Keystrokes
Create a graph window and two sliders:
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b1A
(Repeat to create two sliders.)
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(Move 1 slider: Use to hover over slider till you see ÷ .
Hold a { `¡¢¤
till you see . Use to move the slider
d .)
Change the settings on the sliders:
(Use `¡¢¤ to hover over slider.) a/b1
(Change settings: v1 to h, v2 to k, and with a range from -10 to 10. Use the
e to move from one field to another. Press · to complete
changes.)
Input generic equation and manipulate sliders:
e
(Press several times to get to the function entry area.)
(X-H)q+K·
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