1. Write the vertex form of the following equation. y = x^2 + 6x − 5

A. y = (x − 3)^2 − 12
B. y = (x + 3)^2 − 14
C. y = (x + 3)^2 − 16
D. y = (x + 3)^2 − 18

2. Suppose a parabola has vertex (6, -3) and also passes through the point (8, 5).
Write the equation of the parabola in vertex form.
A. y = 2(x + 6)^2 − 3
B. y = 8(x + 6)^2 − 3
C. y = 4(x − 6)^2 − 3
D. y = 2(x − 6)^2 − 3