Question

Eliminate the parameter and write a rectangular equation for.
x = t^2 + 3
y = 2t

Just need some help on how to do this. Please show all of your work.

Answer 1

just put t=y/2 in x=t^2+3

Answer 2

Cant believe I didn't see it before, thanks.

Answer 3

Eliminate the parameter t:
\[ t=y/2\]
\[x = \frac{y}{2}^2+3\]

Answer 4

welcome :)