Parabolas

Parabolas

1. What is a parabola?

   • A special curve, shaped like an arch.

2. What is the vertex

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

3. What is the axis of symmetry

   • The axis of symmetry of a parabola is a vertical line that divides the parabola into two congruent halves

4. Formula of parabola

   • Vertical: a (x-y8)^ + k
   • Horizontal: x = a (y-k) + h

5. References:

   • Writing the equations of parabolas. (2005-2018). Softschools.com. Retrieved from: http://www.softschools.com/math/calculus/writing_the_equation_of_parabolas/
   • Definition of Parabola. (2017). Math is Fun. Retrieved from: https://www.mathsisfun.com/definitions/parabola.html
   • Axis of symmetry of a parabola. (2007-2018). Varsity Tutors. Retrieved from: https://www.varsitytutors.com/hotmath/hotmath_help/topics/axis-of-symmetry-of-a-parabola
   • Parabolas. (2007-2018). Varsity Tutors. Retrieved from: https://www.varsitytutors.com/hotmath/hotmath_help/topics/parabolas

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