Question 640065: Please help me make an equation with the given information: Focus point is (0,-1) and y=1
Answer by lwsshak3(11628)   (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! Please help me make an equation with the given information: Focus point is (0,-1) and y=1
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Given data shows equation is that of a parabola that opens downward.
Stand form of equation: (x-h)^2=-4p(y-k), (h,k)=(x,y) coordinates of vertex
vertex: (0,0)
p=1 (distance from focal pt to vertex)
4p=4
Equation of given parabola: x^2=-4y
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