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Properties of Parabolas
Explore the properties of parabolas in this lesson. Construct a parabola given a focus and a directrix on the Ti-Nspire. Write equations of parabolas in vertex form and determine the a value of a parabola given a focus and directrix.
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Parabolas
Learners define a parabola through hands on creation. In this algebra lesson, students analyze the directrix and focus of a parabola. They create a paper parabola and identify the vertex with points equal distance apart from the vertex.
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Podcasting Parabolas
Students explore parabolas. In this algebra and technology lesson, students construct the equation of a specific parabola, then take digital photos of real-life representations of these parabolas. Students create a podcast with a...
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Properties of Parabolas
Have your learners investigate parabolas. In this Algebra II lesson, students explore the basic definition of a parabola by using Cabri Jr. to create a parabola given the focus and directrix. Students interpret the equation for a...
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Properties of Parabolas
Learn to identify the properties of parabolas. Students define parabola as the locus of all points equidistant from a fixed point and a fixed line. Also, interpret the equation for a parabola in vertex form and gain a visual...
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Conic Sections
In this conic sections worksheet, students solve and complete 17 various types of problems. First, they write the conics in standard form and graph. Then, students determine the equation that best represents each description that...
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Parabolas
In this parabolas worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 9 different problems. First, they graph each parabola given and all of the other information asked. Then, students use each graph shown to write the equation for each parabola...
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Parabolas
In this parabolas activity, learners write the equation of 6 parabolas in standard form and then sketch their graphs. Students then write 13 equations for parabolas given certain information.
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Extra Practice 11.1: Parabolas
In this parabolas worksheet, students solve 28 short answer problems. Students find the focus, directrix, axis, and equations of parabolas. Students match the equation of a parabola with it's correct graph.
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Graphs and Equations of Conic Sections Practice Test
In this conic section worksheet, learners complete a thirty-one question practice test containing matching and problem solving conic equation and conic graph problems. The solutions are provided.
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Parabolas
In this parabolas worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 7 different problems. First, they write each equation in the given form. Then, students name the coordinates of the vertex and focus. They also name the equation of the axis of...
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Parabolas 7-2
In this parabola learning exercise, students define a parabola and all of its parts. They then solve 4 problems in which they change an equation into vertex form, identify the significant features, and graph it. Finally, students solve 3...
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Parabolas
In this parabolas worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that include determining various types of parabolas. First, they isolate the x squared term from the rest of the equation. Then, students determine whether the...
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Parabolas
In this parabolas activity, 10th graders solve and draw 10 different problems with figures related to various parabolas. First, they determine the vertex, focus, and the directrix in each equation. Then, students draw the parabola on a...
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Parabola
In this parabola worksheet, students write the equation for a parabola using a specified focus, directrix or vertex. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
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Parabolas
Students review the definition of a parabola. They trace a parabola by locating points the same distance from a point as they are to a line. Students develop an equation for a parabola with its vertex at the origin. Students solve...
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Parabola With Horizontal Directrix
Students find the vertex, directrix, and focus of a parabola and graph parabolic functions. They solve problems involving parabolas after a demonstration lesson by the teacher.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Conic Sections
Hotmath provides 26 practice problems relating to conic sections. Each of the practice problems include a step-by-step guide for solving their conic.
University of Regina (Canada)
University of Regina: Math Central: Why Are Satellite Dishes Parabolic?
This site explains why satellite dishes are parabolic.
Other
Sierra College: Conics
Provides the locus of points, dominant axis and equation, discriminant, center, vertex, focus, directrix, and asymptotes for the parabola, the ellipse, and the hyperbola.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Mathworld: Conic Section Directrix
Explains how the directrix relates to the three conic sections: parabola, ellipse, and hyperbola. Includes a definition, formulas, and links to related topics.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Parabolas and Analytic Geometry
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students gain an understanding of parabolas using analytic geometry, by exploring guided notes, watching a video and attempting practice problems.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Parabolas and the Distance Formula
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Definition of a parabola, exploring a parabola using the distance formula.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: Conic Sections
Students learn about conic sections. Topics include eccentricity, directrix, and the general equation. The tutorial consists of notes, examples, and practice problems to check for comprehension.