The equation below describes a parabola. If a is positive, which way does the parabola open? y = ax^2 O A. Up O B. Left C. Down D. Right

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The equation below describes a parabola. If a is positive, which way does the

parabola open?
y = ax^2
O A. Up
O B. Left
C. Down
D. Right

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Answer:

Explanation:

y = ax^2

If a > 0 the parabola opens up

If a < 0 the parabola opens down

TAGraves answered Oct 12, 2021

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