Solve the Problem $x ^ { 2 } = - 32 y$

question 42

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The parabola $x ^ { 2 } = - 32 y$ is shifted 4 units up and 7 units to the left. Find the focus and directrix of the new parabola.

• A) Focus: (-7, 12); Directrix: y = 12
• B) Focus: (-7, -4); Directrix: y = 12
• C) Focus: (7, -12); Directrix: y = -12
• D) Focus: (-7, -4); Directrix: y = -4

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