Find the standard equation of the parabola with the given focus and directrix.Focus: (-8, 0); directrix: x = 2

A. y2 = -20(x + 3)
B. y2 = 8(x + 3)
C. x2 = 16(y + 3)
D. x2 = -20(y + 3)


Answer: A

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