COMEDK2013MathematicsParabola
If (0,6) and (0,3) are respectively the vertex and focus of a parabola, then its equation is
Options
- Ax²+12 y=72
- Bx²-12 y=72
- Cy²-12 x=72
- Dy²+12 x=72
Correct answer
A. x²+12 y=72
Step-by-step solution
The vertex and focus of the parabola are (0,6) and (0,3) respectively. Clearly, axis is Y -axis. Latusrectum =4 (Distance between vertex and focus) =4 (0-0)²+(6-3)² =12 Also, the vertex is on the right hand side of the focus, so the parabola opens downward. Hence, equation of the parabola is aligned (x-0)² &=-12(y-6) x² &=-12 y+72 & x²+12 y &=72 aligned