What is the definition of a parabola

What is the definition of a parabola

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial begins with a review of parabolas, discussing their general and vertex forms. It then provides a definition of a circle as a set of equidistant points from a center. This concept is used to introduce the definition of a parabola as a set of points equidistant from a focus and a directrix. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the geometric definition of a parabola beyond its algebraic forms.

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OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the two key components that define a parabola?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain the relationship between the focus and the directrix in the context of a parabola.

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