Write the conic equation of a parabola with a focus at (0, 12) and directrix at y = -4. Round to the nearest thousandth, if necessary
The vertex is at (h, k) = (0,4)
And p = 8 ......so we have
y - k = (1/ [4p] ) ( x - h)^2
y - 4 = ( 1 / [4 *8]) (x - 0)^2
y = (1 /32)x^2 + 4