Find the Standard Form of the Equation of the Parabola $( 0 , - 4 )$

question 73

Multiple Choice

Find the standard form of the equation of the parabola with the given characteristic and vertex at the origin. Focus: $( 0 , - 4 )$

• A) \(x ^ { 2 } = 16 y\)
• B) \(y ^ { 2 } = x\)
• C) \(y ^ { 2 } = 16 x\)
• D) \(x ^ { 2 } = - 16 y\)
• E) \(y ^ { 2 } = - 16 x\)

Recognize the information-processing perspective on cognitive development.

Identify key concepts in cognitive development, such as seriation, conservation, and classification.

Comprehend the importance of a knowledge base in mastering new information.

Understand the stages and characteristics of cognitive development in children.

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Expression

A combination of symbols that represent a value or relationship, often including numbers, variables, and operation symbols.

Y

Typically represents the dependent variable in a mathematical equation or function, often plotted on the vertical axis in a graph.

Positive Exponents

Exponents that are greater than zero, representing multiplication of the base number by itself a specified number of times.

Expression

A combination of numbers, variables, and arithmetic operations.