Examples

Find the Standard Form of the Parabola
Step 1
Write as an equation.
Step 2
Since is on the right side of the equation, switch the sides so it is on the left side of the equation.
Step 3
Subtract from both sides of the equation.
Step 4
Divide each term in by and simplify.
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Step 4.1
Divide each term in by .
Step 4.2
Simplify the left side.
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Step 4.2.1
Cancel the common factor of .
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Step 4.2.1.1
Cancel the common factor.
Step 4.2.1.2
Divide by .
Step 4.3
Simplify the right side.
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Step 4.3.1
Move the negative in front of the fraction.
Step 5
Factor.
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Step 5.1
Combine the numerators over the common denominator.
Step 5.2
Reorder terms.
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