SOLUTION: A parabola whose axis is parallel to the x-axis passes through(0, 4), (0, -1) and (6, 1). Find the equation and construct the parabola.

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Question 1012197: A parabola whose axis is parallel to the x-axis passes through(0, 4), (0, -1) and (6, 1). Find the equation and construct the parabola.
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Symmetry axis is exactly between y=-1 and y=4, which is y=3%2F2; giving x=a%28y-3%2F2%29%2Bh. Use either of the y-intercepts and the point (6,1) to determine a and h.