Transcript text: Graph the parabola.
\[
y=-2(x+6)^{2}-3
\]
Solution
Solution Steps
Step 1: Identify the given equation
The given equation of the parabola is:
\[
y = -2(x + 6)^{2} - 3
\]
Step 2: Determine the vertex of the parabola
The vertex form of a parabola is \( y = a(x - h)^2 + k \). Here, \( a = -2 \), \( h = -6 \), and \( k = -3 \). Therefore, the vertex is at \( (-6, -3) \).
Step 3: Determine the direction of the parabola
Since \( a = -2 \) is negative, the parabola opens downwards.
Final Answer
The equation of the parabola is:
\[
y = -2(x + 6)^{2} - 3
\]