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A parabola is defined by the equation -8x2 = 3y. In which direction will the parabola open?

A parabola is defined by the equation -8x2 = 3y. In which direction will the parabola open?
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A parabola is defined by the equation -8x2 = 3y. In which direction will the parabola open?

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If a is positive, the parabola opens up or to the right. If it is negative, it opens down or to the left.
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