- Ch. 1Linear Functions: Graphs and Propertiesk sets the tilt, b sets the height, and their signs give the quadrants.
- Ch. 2Quadratic Functions: Graphs and PropertiesDirection, axis, vertex and six common signs, all read off the picture.
- Ch. 3Functions and Quadratic EquationsThe roots are where the graph meets the x-axis. Draw the equation to see them.
- Ch. 4Functions and Quadratic InequalitiesNo rhymes to learn. See where the parabola is above the x-axis and read off x.
- Ch. 5Maxima and Minima of FunctionsOn an interval, max and min are at the vertex or an endpoint. Find the axis.
- Ch. 6Problems on Integer RootsInteger roots need Δ to be a perfect square, but that is not enough.
- Ch. 7Applications of FunctionsCall the changing quantity x, write the function, find its max or min.