Q. Write the equation in vertex form for the parabola with vertex (0,0) and focus (0,6).Simplify any fractions.______
Identify Vertex Form: Identify the vertex form of a parabola.Vertex form: y=a(x−h)2+k
Determine Parabola Direction: Given vertex (0,0) and focus (0,6), determine the direction of the parabola.Since the focus is above the vertex, the parabola opens upwards.
Calculate Distance for 'a': Calculate the distance between the vertex and the focus to find the value of 'a'.Distance = ∣6−0∣=6The distance is the same as 4a1, so 4a1=6.
Solve for 'a': Solve for 'a'.a=4×61a=241
Substitute Values into Equation: Substitute the values of a, h, and k into the vertex form equation.h=0, k=0, and a=241.y=(241)(x−0)2+0y=(241)x2
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