How to write the equation of a parabola given the focus and directrix

How to write the equation of a parabola given the focus and directrix

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Mathematics, Business

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video tutorial explains the concepts of focus and directrix in relation to parabolas. It guides students through determining the orientation of a parabola, finding the vertex, and formulating the equation. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between the focus, directrix, and vertex, and provides a step-by-step approach to simplifying the parabola equation.

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1.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the definition of the focus in relation to a parabola?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain the relationship between the focus, directrix, and the direction of the parabola.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How do you determine the vertex of a parabola given the focus and directrix?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the significance of the value P in the context of a parabola?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Describe how to derive the equation of a parabola using the focus and vertex.

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