Question

A parabola is defined by the equation x2 =3\4y. In which direction will the parabola open? A. up B. down C. right D. left E. cannot be determined

Answer 1

the squared variable is the "x", therefore is a vertical parabola, the coefficient of the x² is positive, so it opens upwards, like a cup.

Answer 2

the squared variable is the "x", therefore is a vertical parabola, the coefficient of the x² is positive, so it opens upwards, like a cup.