Find the Vertex, Focus, and Directrix of the Parabola

question 84

Multiple Choice

Find the vertex, focus, and directrix of the parabola. Graph the equation.
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• A)vertex: (-2, -2)focus: (-1.75, -2)directrix: x = -2.25
• B)vertex: (2, 2)focus: (2.25, 2)directrix: x = 1.75
• C)vertex: (-2, -2)focus: (-2, -1.75)directrix: y = -2.25
• D)vertex: (2, 2)focus: (2, 2.25)directrix: y = 1.75

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