SOLUTION: How do you write an equation for a parabola going through points (0,0) and (32,0)?

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Question 816231: How do you write an equation for a parabola going through points (0,0) and (32,0)?
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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How do you write an equation for a parabola going through points (0,0) and (32,0)?
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Since the y-values are zero, x = 0 and x = 32 are roots.
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Equation:
y = (x-0)(x-32)
y = x(x-32)
y = x^2 - 32x
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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