To find the equation of the parabola, let’s evaluate each option step by step.
1.Characteristics of the Parabola
Direction: Opens downward (the coefficient of should be negative).
Vertex: The vertex (maximum point) is at (-3, -1).
2.Using the Vertex Formula:
The vertex of a parabola represented by the standard form can be found using:
For our vertex (-3, -1), we know h = -3.
3.Evaluating Each Option
A.
Vertex ( x ):
B.
Vertex ( x ):
C.