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For what value of k does the point (1/2; 2) belong to the parabola of equation y = kx²?

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Answer:

The point (1/2, 2) is a solution to y = 8x^2.

Explanation:

Start with y = kx^2. Substitute the y-coordinate (2) of the given point into this equation: 2 = kx^2. Next, substitute the x-coordinate (1/2) into this equation:

2 = k(1/2)^2, or

2 = k/4, or k = 8.

The point (1/2, 2) is a solution to y = 8x^2.

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