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Quadratic Equations : Vertex and Intercepts

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I am trying to find the vertex, x and y intercepts of the quadratic function
f(x) = x^2 - 5x - 6.

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The vertex and intercepts of a quadratic equation are found and the details are discussed.

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By completing the square,
f(x) = x^2 - 5x - 6=(x-5/2)^2 ...

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