Easy MCQ +4 / -1 PYQ · JEE Mains 2022

If vertex of a parabola is (2, $-$1) and the equation of its directrix is 4x $-$ 3y = 21, then the length of its latus rectum is :

  1. A 2
  2. B 8 Correct answer
  3. C 12
  4. D 16

Solution

<p>Vertex of Parabola : (2, $-$1)</p> <p>and directrix : 4x $-$ 3y = 21</p> <p>Distance of vertex from the directrix</p> <p>$a = \left| {{{8 + 3 - 21} \over {\sqrt {25} }}} \right| = 2$</p> <p>$\therefore$ length of latus rectum = 4a = 8</p>

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Subject: Mathematics · Chapter: Conic Sections · Topic: Parabola

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