how do i graph the quadratic function y+x ^2-5

Question

y=x²-5

Answer 1

y = x² - 5 is a parabola opening up.

The vertex is (0,-5).

I don't know what math class you're in and how much you know about parabolas.

But, you could set up table of values and plot points.

 

x       y  

-4     11

-3      4

-2     -1

-1     -4

 0     -5

 1     -4     etc.