Chapter 1, Problem 56A

To determine

General equation for the graph.

Explanation of Solution

Introduction:

The graph in the question is a parabola plotted by a quadratic equation.

A general quadratic equation is written as follows

  $y=a{x}^2+bx+c,\text{ where }a\ne \text{0}$

Conclusion:

The general equation for this type of graph is a quadratic equation.

  $y=a{x}^2+bx+c,\text{ where }a\ne \text{0}$