Parabola: Finding (x,y) Pairs Without Crossing Curve

In summary, the conversation discusses finding pairs of coordinate points (x,y) that do not cross any curve. The possible answers include points lying below a straight line, inside or outside a circle, or above or below a parabola. The discussion also includes clarifying the meaning of terms such as "above", "below", "inside", and "outside". The conversation concludes with offering hints for solving the problem, such as using the formula for a circle and writing an inequality for a point above a parabola.
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Find all the pairs (x, y)R^2, throught which does not cross any curve : y = - x^2 + (4-2p)x + p^2 . Finding pairs (x,y) are the co-ordinate points . Thanks for help
 
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Points don't cross things...What exactly do you mean? Show us an attempt at a solution by the way, or else we can't offer any help.
 
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Maybe this help
There are possible answers: Finding pairs (x,y) are the co-ordinate points
a) lyings below straight line y = -2x + 1;
b) lyings inside the circle x^2 + (y -3)^2= 9 ;
c) lyings outside the circle x^2 + (y - 3)^2 = 9;
d) lyings below the parabola y = -2 x^2 + 4x;
e) lyings on the parabola y = - x^2 + 4x;
f) lyings above parabola y = x^2 + 2x;
g) lyings below parabola y = x^2 + 2x;
h) lyings above parabola y = -2 x^2 + 4x;
i) Every point (x, y) lies on some of these curves;
j) all answers are false
I don't have any idea to solve this task.
 
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What does "(x,y) lies on the graph y= f(x) mean"?

What does "above", "below", "inside", "outside" mean?
 
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Yes this points are laying on the graph y= f(x)
"inside" means that this points are in the circle or outside
below ,above the parabola.
 
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Okay. Now, you know that the formula for a circle is [itex]x^2 + (y -3)^2= 9[/itex] because the are points exactly 3 units from the center point (0, 3) ([itex]x^2+ (y-3)^2[/itex] is the square of the distance from (x,y) to (0,3) and 9 is the square of 3). If a point is inside then what can you say about the distance from that point to (0,3)? What can you say about the square of that distance?

And a point is above a parabola if its y coordinate, for give x, is larger then the (x,y) on the parabola for the same x. How would you write that as an inequality?
 
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1. What is a parabola?

A parabola is a symmetrical curve that can be found in nature, as well as in mathematical equations. It is typically in the shape of a U or an upside-down U and is formed by the graph of a quadratic function.

2. How do you find (x,y) pairs without crossing the curve?

To find (x,y) pairs without crossing the curve, you can use the formula y = ax^2 + bx + c, where a, b, and c are constants. Plug in different values for x and solve for y to get the (x,y) pairs. You can also use a graphing calculator or a graphing software to plot the points and draw the parabola without crossing it.

3. What are the key features of a parabola?

The key features of a parabola include the vertex, which is the highest or lowest point on the curve, the axis of symmetry, which is a vertical line that divides the parabola into two symmetrical halves, and the x-intercepts, which are the points where the parabola crosses the x-axis. The coefficient a determines the direction and width of the parabola, while the constant c shifts the parabola up or down on the y-axis.

4. What is the importance of finding (x,y) pairs without crossing the curve?

Finding (x,y) pairs without crossing the curve is important for accurately graphing a parabola and solving problems involving parabolas. It allows us to understand the behavior of the parabola and make predictions based on its properties. It is also an essential concept in higher-level math and physics courses.

5. Can you give an example of a real-life application of parabolas?

Parabolas have many real-life applications, such as in architecture, where they are used to design arches and bridges. They are also used in physics to model the trajectory of a projectile, such as a ball being thrown or a rocket being launched. In economics, parabolas are used to represent cost and revenue functions. Additionally, parabolas can be seen in nature, such as the shape of a water fountain or the flight path of a bird.

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