SOLUTION: Write the equation for a parabola with a focus at (0,-5)(0,−5) and a directrix at y=-3

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Question 1073660: Write the equation for a parabola with a focus at (0,-5)(0,−5) and a directrix at y=-3
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Answer by josgarithmetic(39620)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The vertex is at (0,-4) and is the maximum point of the parabola.
The vertex is one unit distant from either the focus or directrix.





Answer by MathTherapy(10553)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Write the equation for a parabola with a focus at (0,-5)(0,−5) and a directrix at y=-3
Correct equation: 

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