quadratic vs rectilinear

quadratic

adj
  • square-shaped 

  • of a function, of the form y=ax²+bx+c. 

  • of a polynomial, involving the second power (square) of a variable but no higher powers, as ax²+bx+c. 

  • of an equation, of the form ax²+bx+c=0. 

noun
  • A quadratic polynomial, function or equation. 

rectilinear

adj
  • Formed from straight lines. 

  • In a straight line. 

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