engineering mathematics MCQ #506

What is the focus of the parabola y² = 8x?

engineering mathematics MCQ #506

  1. Question 1

    Q1. What is the focus of the parabola y² = 8x?

    • A) (2, 0)
    • B) (0, 2)
    • C) (-2, 0)
    • D) (0, -2)

    Answer: (2, 0)

    Explanation: Standard form y²=4ax gives a=2. Focus is at (a,0) = (2,0).