proof that a quadratic is a parabola
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p is focal distance, the distance from point to vertex, not the point itself.Proof that the graph of every quadratic equation/ function is a parabola:
Complete square to put into vertex form, then rearrange.Make leading coefficient 1 by dividing all terms on b/s by leading coefficient.
Condense perfect square.
Subtract from both sides.
Multiply both sides by leading coefficient.
Gives connection between
Ex: , find vertex, focus, Directrix, 1. add x to both sides. Vertex =2. ,
Vertex: 3. 4.