engineering mathematics MCQ #523

The general equation of a parabola with vertex at (0, 0) and focus at (0, 5) is:

engineering mathematics MCQ #523

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The general equation of a parabola with vertex at (0, 0) and focus at (0, 5) is:

    • A) x² = 20y
    • B) y² = 20x
    • C) x² = 5y
    • D) y² = 5x

    Answer: x² = 20y

    Explanation: For vertical parabola x² = 4py. Here p = 5 → 4p = 20.