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A Point and a Line to a Parabola!

A Point and a Line to a Parabola!

In this lesson, the student will use the definition of a parabola and a graphing grid (rectangular with circular grid imposed) to determine the graph of the parabola when given the directrix and focus. From this investigation, and using the standard form of the parabola, students will determine the equation of the parabola.

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CCSS: Mathematics, NSDL
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Material Type:
Assessment Tool
Date Added to MERLOT:
August 1, 2016
Date Modified in MERLOT:
August 30, 2017
Author:
Submitter:
Barbra Bied Sperling
Hispanic Serving Institution
Primary Audience:
High School
Technical Format:
Website
Mobile Compatibility:
Not specified at this time
Language:
English
Cost Involved:
No
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