SOLUTION: How do I write an equation for the parabola given a vertex of (-2,1) and a directrix of y=-3

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Question 1010247: How do I write an equation for the parabola given a vertex of (-2,1) and a directrix of y=-3
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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These will help you; you will also first need to identify the focus point. Once having it, use the formula or derive it from known focus, directrix and distance formula.

Derive parabola equation, given focus and directrix

same thing if vertex not at the origin