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Question 11 of 15 • TX-Algebra II A-CR

Gabriella is designing a flashlight that uses a parabolic reflecting mirror and a light source. The shape of the mirror can be modeled by where x and y are measured in inches. Where should she place the bulb to ensure a perfect beam of light?

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A
6.5 in. to the left of the vertex
B
6.5 in. above the vertex
C
6.5 in. to the right of the vertex
D
6.5 in. below the vertex
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