SOLUTION: Use the Distance Formula to find the equation of a parabola with the focus F(4,0) and directrix x=-3.

Question 870922: Use the Distance Formula to find the equation of a parabola with the focus F(4,0) and directrix x=-3.

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Use the Distance Formula to find the equation of a parabola with the focus F(4,0) and directrix x=-3.
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Given parabola opens rightward.
Its basic equation: (y-k)^2=4p(x-h), (h,k)=coordinates of the vertex
For given parabola:
vertex:(0.5,0)
p=3.5
4p=14
equation: y^2=14(x-0.5)
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