Graph the equation of a parabola and determine the focus and directrix

What is the vertex of the parabola given by the equation X^2 = 30Y?

• (0, 1)

• (1, 0)

• (1, 1)

• (0, 0)

How do you determine the direction in which a parabola opens?

• By the sign of the coefficient of X

• By the value of P

• By the vertex coordinates

• By the axis of symmetry

What is the value of P for the equation X^2 = 30Y?

• 7.5

• 15

• 3.75

• 30

In which direction does the parabola open if the focus is above the vertex?

• Upwards

• Downwards

• Right

• Left

What is the equation of the directrix for the parabola X^2 = 30Y?

• Y = -15/2

• Y = 15/2

• X = 15/2

• X = -15/2