NTA Abhyas JEE Main2020MathematicsParabolaPractice
If P Q is the focal chord of the parabola y 2 = - x and P is - 4 , 2 , then the ordinate of the point of intersection of the tangents at P and Q is
Options
- A15 16
- B7 8
- C4
- D17 18
Correct answer
A. 15 16
Step-by-step solution
The tangent at the end points of the focal chord meets at the directrix. The equation of the tangent at P is y ⋅ 2 = − x − 4 2 ⇒ 4 y = - x + 4 This tangent intersects the directrix at 1 4 , 15 16