MHT CET202523 Apr 2025Morning ShiftMathematicsApplication of DerivativesActual
The point on the curve 4 y^2-4 y+2 x-1=0 at which the tangent becomes parallel toY-axis is
Options
- A(1, 1 2 )
- B( 1 2 , 1 )
- C(-1,- 1 2 )
- D( 1 2 , 0 )
Correct answer
A. (1, 1 2 )
Step-by-step solution
The condition for a tangent to be parallel to the Y-axis is that dx dy = 0 . Differentiate 4y^2 - 4y + 2x - 1 = 0 with respect to y : 8y - 4 + 2 dx dy = 0 Solving for dx dy gives dx dy = 2 - 4y . Set dx dy = 0 , so 2 - 4y = 0 , yielding y = 1 2 . Substitute into the original equation: 4 ( 1 2 )^2 - 4 ( 1 2 ) + 2x - 1 = 0 1 - 2 + 2x - 1 = 0 2x - 2 = 0 , so x = 1 . The point is (1, 1 2 ) , corresponding to option A .