Big Ideas Math - Algebra 1, A Common Core Curriculum

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Chapter 9 - Solving Quadratic Equations - 9.5 - Solving Quadratic Equations Using the Quadratic Formula - Exercises - Page 523: 64

Answer

On the $x$-axis

Work Step by Step

$$y=3x^2-6x+3$$ $$D=b^2-4ac=(-6)^2-4(3)(3)=36-36=0$$ Since the discriminant is zero (one $x$-intercept), the vertex is on the $x$-axis.
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