The graph of a quadratic function y ax2 is a parabola that

The graph of a quadratic function y = ax² is a parabola that passes through the point (–5, –250). What is the value of the leading coefficient a?

Solution

given equation is  y = ax²

This is parabola that passes through the point (–5, –250)

So, -250 = a*(-5)^2

a = -10 = leading coefficient