engineering mathematics MCQ #554

The focus of the parabola y² = 8x is at:

engineering mathematics MCQ #554

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The focus of the parabola y² = 8x is at:

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

    Answer: (2, 0)

    Explanation: For y² = 4ax, focus is (a, 0). Here, 4a = 8 ⇒ a = 2.