Hi,

Using the vertex form of a parabola,  where(h,k) is the vertex

vertex (-3, 5)

y = a(x+3)^2 + 5

parabola passes through (-4, 6)

6 = a(-4+3)^2 + 5



6 = a + 5

1 = a

Equation of parabola:

y = 1*(x+3)^2 + 5  Or y =(x+3)^2 + 5



 

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