Parabolas

Parabolas

1. A parabola is a curve where any point is at an equal distance from a fixed point and a fixed straight line.

2. The vertex of a parabola is the highest or lowest point, also known as the maximum or minimum point.

3. The equation of a parabola will always have a squared term in it. Equation: y = ax^2 + bx + c

4. Parabolas in real life:

5. The axis of symmetry is the line that runs down the center of a parabola. It divides the graph into two perfect halves.

6. Emilio Cristóbal Garrido

7. APA References:

   • Axis of Symmetry. (n.d). In Math Warehouse. Retrieved from http://www.mathwarehouse.com/geometry/parabola/axis-of-symmetry.php
   • Parabola. (n.d). In Math is Fun. Retrieved from https://www.mathsisfun.com/geometry/parabola.html
   • Vertex of a Parabola. (n.d). In Math Warehouse. Retrieved from http://www.mathwarehouse.com/geometry/parabola/vertex-of-a-parabola.php

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