Q. A parabola opening up or down has vertex (0,2) and passes through (−6,−1). Write its equation in vertex form.Simplify any fractions.
Vertex Form of Parabola: What is the vertex form of the parabola?The vertex form of a parabola is given by the equation y=a(x−h)2+k, where (h,k) is the vertex of the parabola.
Equation with Vertex: What is the equation of a parabola with a vertex at (0,2)?Substitute 0 for h and 2 for k in the vertex form.y=a(x−0)2+2y=ax2+2
Use Point to Find a: Use the point (−6,−1) to find the value of a. Replace the variables with (−6,−1) in the equation. Substitute −6 for x and −1 for y. −1=a(−6)2+2−1=36a+2
Solve for a: Solve for a.−1=36a+2Subtract 2 from both sides.−3=36aDivide both sides by 36.a=−363Simplify the fraction.a=−121
Write Equation in Vertex Form: Write the equation of the parabola in vertex form using the value of a.Substitute −121 for a in the equation y=ax2+2.y=(−121)x2+2The vertex form of the parabola is y=−121x2+2.
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