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(2, .5) is on the graph of the function f(x) = ax^2. Find the value of a.

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Answer:

a = 1/8

Explanation:

2 is the x value and y =.5

Substitute this into the equation

f(x) = ax^2

.5 = a(2)^2

.5 = a 4

Divide each side by 4

.5/4 = 4a/4

1/8 = a

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