Find the Vertex and Focus of the Parabola $y ^ { 2 } = - \frac { 9 } { 8 } x$

question 93

Multiple Choice

Find the vertex and focus of the parabola.
$y ^ { 2 } = - \frac { 9 } { 8 } x$

• A) vertex: \(( 0,0 ) \quad\) focus: \(\left( - \frac { 9 } { 32 } , 0 \right)\)
• B) vertex: \(( 0,0 )\) focus: \(\left( 0 , - \frac { 9 } { 8 } \right)\)
• C) vertex: \(\left( 0 , - \frac { 5 } { 4 } \right)\) focus: \(\left( 0 , - \frac { 9 } { 32 } \right)\)
• D) vertex: \(( 0,0 )\) focus: \(\left( - \frac { 9 } { 8 } , 0 \right)\)
• E) vertex: \(\left( 0 , - \frac { 5 } { 4 } \right)\) focus: \(\left( - \frac { 9 } { 8 } , - \frac { 9 } { 8 } \right)\)

---

Definitions:

Strategy Criticized

The evaluation and questioning of the effectiveness or appropriateness of a particular plan of action.

Lincoln's Thinking

The ideologies, beliefs, and policies of Abraham Lincoln, the 16th President of the United States, especially his views on slavery, democracy, and national unity.

Civil War

A war between groups within the same country or state, often characterized by intense violence and lasting social and economic impact.