engineering mathematics MCQ #588

If the latus rectum of a parabola is 12, its equation could be:

engineering mathematics MCQ #588

  1. Question 1

    Q1. If the latus rectum of a parabola is 12, its equation could be:

    • A) y² = 12x
    • B) y² = 6x
    • C) y² = 24x
    • D) x² = 12y

    Answer: y² = 12x

    Explanation: Latus rectum length = 4p ⇒ 4p = 12 ⇒ p = 3 ⇒ equation y² = 12x.