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Find the equation of the parabola with vertex at the origin and focus at F(-2, 0).

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Give: Vertex : A (0,0) and focus, F(-2,0)

We know, For Vertex A(0,0) and Focus F(-a,0), equation of parabola is: y2 = – 4ax

Here, a = 2

Therefore, equation of parabola: y2 = – 8x

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