SOLUTION: Find a and k so that a parabola y = ax² + k passes through each pair of points. (3, - 10) and (-1, -2)

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Question 1160633: Find a and k so that a parabola y = ax² + k passes through each pair of points. (3, - 10) and (-1, -2)
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
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Simplify, and solve the system for a and k.