SOLUTION: Write an equation for the parabola with a vertex at the​ origin, passing through ((square root)3,12)​, and opening up. An equation for this parabola is______. (Simplify your

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Question 1194461: Write an equation for the parabola with a vertex at the​ origin, passing through ((square root)3,12)​, and opening up.
An equation for this parabola is______.
(Simplify your answer. Use integers or fractions for any numbers in the​ expression.)

Answer by MathLover1(20849)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

The vertex form of the parabola whereand are coordinates of a vertex
if a vertex at the​ origin, means and


if passing through (,)​=>and
use it to calculate




so, your equation is






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