Parabola Opening Towards Negative $$y$$-Axis

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Parabola Opening Towards Negative $$y$$-Axis

$$x^2=-4ay$$

Terminology

- Vertex → $$(0,0)$$.

- Focus → $$(0,-a)$$.

- Directrix → $$y=a$$.

Usage

- Used for a parabola opening downwards.

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