Write down the coordinates of the turning point of the graph y = x^2 – 8x + 25

First, for this graph dy/dx = 2x-8. At a turning point of any graph, dy/dx=0. Therefore 2x-8=0. x=4. Plug x value back into original graph formula : (4)^2 - 8(4) + 25 = 9. Therefore y=9. Coordinates : (4, 9).

AR
Answered by Adi R. Maths tutor

8040 Views

See similar Maths GCSE tutors

Related Maths GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Solve the simultaneous equations: x2 + y2 = 20, 3x=2-y


Fully factorise and simplify (x^2 +7x + 10) / (x^2 - 25)


Factorise 3x^3y^2-6x^2y+9xy


Solve the following set of simultaneous equations: 3x + 2y = 15 & 9x + 4y = 1


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning