Characteristics of a parabola with horizontal axis of symmetry

The video tutorial explains the properties of parabolas, focusing on horizontal parabolas. It covers how to determine the vertex, axis of symmetry, focus, and directrix. The tutorial also explains the differences between vertical and horizontal parabolas, including how to calculate the focus and directrix. The concept of latus rectum is introduced, and the lesson concludes with a summary of key points.

What is the relationship between the focus and the directrix of a parabola?

How do you determine the focus of a parabola given its vertex and the value of 'a'?

What is the formula for finding the length of the latus rectum of a parabola?