Q. A parabola opening up or down has vertex (0,−5) and passes through (−12,4). Write its equation in vertex form.Simplify any fractions.
Vertex Form Explanation: 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,−5)?Substitute 0 for h and −5 for k in the vertex form.y=a(x−0)2+(−5)y=ax2−5
Find 'a' Value: Use the point (−12,4) to find the value of 'a'.Replace the variables with (−12,4) in the equation.Substitute −12 for x and 4 for y.4=a(−12)2−54=144a−5
Solve for 'a': Solve for 'a'.4=144a−5Add 5 to both sides of the equation.4+5=144a9=144aDivide both sides by 144.1449=aSimplify the fraction.161=a
Final Equation: Write the equation of the parabola using the value of a.Substitute 161 for a in the equation y=ax2−5.y=(161)x2−5This is the equation of the parabola in vertex form.
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