Parabola Equation: Focus and Directrix

Grade 945 min

aligned to Hsg-gpe.a.2 derive The Equation Of A Parabola Given A Focus And Directrix.

Learning Objective

I can derive the equation of a parabola based on its focus and directrix.

Lesson Flow

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5 min

Equation of Parabola Given Focus and Directrix

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Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œA parabola has a focus at (0, 4) and a directrix at y = -4. Find the equation of the parabola. A parabola has a focus at (-2, 0) and a directrix at x = 2. Find the equation of the parabola. A parabola has a focus at (3, 2) and a directrix at y = -2. Find the equation of the parabola.”