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Find the equation of a parabola with a focus of (0, 9) and directrix y = –9.

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Explanation:

Given that,

To find the standard form of the equation of the parabola with a focus at (0, 9) and a directrix y = -9.

What is a parabola?

A parabola is a cross-section cut out of the cone and represented by an equation

Focus of the prabola = (h , k + F ) = (0, 9)

Since the directrix, y = -9

F = -9

k + F = 9

k = 0

Vertex of the parabola = (h, k )

= (0, 0)

Standard equation of the parabola

( y - k ) = 4a (x - h)²

( y - 0 ) = 4a (x - 0)²

y = 4 * 9 x²

y = 36 x²

Thus, the required expression for the parabola with focus at (0, -9) and a directrix y = 9 is y = 36x².

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