Question

Which of the following is represented by a parabola with vertex at the origin and focus (-3,0)?
A) x=1/12*y^2
B) y=-1/12*x^2
C) y=1/12*x^2
D) x=-1/12*y^2
This is for my study guide for finals. It isn't like an actual quiz :) Just thought I'd let you know you weren't helping me cheat :D Thank you!

Answer 1

got to draw a picture to know which one it is

Answer 2

from the picture you can see that it opens to the left
that means the \(y\) term is squared, and there is a minus sign

Answer 3

oookkk.....

Answer 4

only one that fist that bill is D

Answer 5

Thank you so much!!!

Answer 6

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