Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
quadratic
Adjective
/kwɒdˈrætɪk/
Definition
Relating to or denoting an equation of the second degree, typically in the form ax² + bx + c = 0.
Examples
- The quadratic formula is used to find the roots of a quadratic equation.
- In algebra, students learn how to solve quadratic equations through factoring, completing the square, or using the quadratic formula.
Meaning
A quadratic is a type of polynomial that has a highest exponent of two. It often represents a parabolic curve when graphed.
Synonyms
- Second-degree
- Polynomial of degree two
