Step-by-step construction using vector algebra.
Rotates freely in the plane.
The parabola and tangent line equations are given from scalar parameters.
Three points in space determine a plane: the equation is 3-space ready.
Used In:
Parabola in 3-space, arbitrary orientation: [url]http://www.geogebratube.org/student/m32476[/url]
Bezier Parabola: [url]http://www.geogebratube.org/material/show/id/37814[/url]
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