Visualizing the Parabola app for iPhone and iPad

Enter a whole new world of learning algebra and become a 21st century learner with this AC Algebra app. Start learning today with standards-based content presented with highly interactive explorations, visual explanations, animations, and hands-on exercises. Get ready to experience exciting, instructionally focused math activities with hands-on interactivity.

Observe how changes in the equation of a quadratic function affect the parabola. Explore the relationship between the discriminant value and the number of x-intercepts. Then, get the detailed explanations to understand these relationships.

• Interpret how changes in the equation of a quadratic function affect the orientation, shape, and location of its parabola.
• Calculate and interpret the discriminant value to find the number of x-intercepts of the parabola.
• Create your own quadratic functions and observe the changes

• Take charge! Explore algebra in an engaging and interactive environment.
• Experience hands-on interactions, not just words and pictures on a page.
• Watch animations that explain the concepts.
• Demonstrate what you learn by taking quizzes.
• Want more? Check out the AC library in the App Store.