Write an equation for the parabola with vertex at the origin.
-Focus $( 1,0 )$
A) $y ^ { 2 } = 1 x$
B) $y ^ { 2 } = 4 x$
C) $x ^ { 2 } = 1 y$
D) $x ^ { 2 } = 4 y$

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The correct equation for a parabola with its vertex at the origin and focus at (1,0) is $y^2 = 4px$, where $p = 1$, thus $y^2 = 4x$. This is because the focus is on the x-axis, indicating a horizontal parabola opening to the right.

Write an Equation for the Parabola with Vertex at the Origin