focus: (0, 2) directrix: y = -2 focus: (0, -3) directrix: y = 3 focus: (0, -6) directrix: y = 6

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ChapterP: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 1MCCP: In Exercises 1-25, simplify the given expression or perform the indicated operation (and simplify,...
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Write an equation of the parabola for each 

focus: (0, 2)
directrix: y = = -2
vertex: (0, 0)
directrix: y = 4
focus: (0, -3)
directrix: y = 3
vertex: (0, 0)
focus: (0, -1)
focus: (0, -6)
directrix: y = 6
vertex: (0, 0)
directrix: y = 2
Which of the given characteristics describe parabolas that open up? Explain
your reasoning.
Transcribed Image Text:focus: (0, 2) directrix: y = = -2 vertex: (0, 0) directrix: y = 4 focus: (0, -3) directrix: y = 3 vertex: (0, 0) focus: (0, -1) focus: (0, -6) directrix: y = 6 vertex: (0, 0) directrix: y = 2 Which of the given characteristics describe parabolas that open up? Explain your reasoning.
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