Question

What are the steps to convert a quadratic function in standard form to vertex form

Answer 1

The preferred method is to complete the square. Please see the detailed screenshot attached.

Alternately, you can calculate the value for the vertex as such using this formula for the ordered pair: $( \frac{-b}{2a}, f(\frac{-b}{2a}))$. Then, you can plug this point in for $(h, k)$.