Solve the Problem $x ^ { 2 } = - 196 y$

question 151

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-A building has an entry the shape of a parabolic arch 4 ft high and 28 ft wide at the base. Find an equation for the parabola if the vertex is put at the origin of the coordinate system.

• A) \(x ^ { 2 } = - 196 y\)
• B) \(y ^ { 2 } = - 196 x\)
• C) \(y ^ { 2 } = - 49 x\)
• D) \(x ^ { 2 } = - 49 y\)

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