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Select the correct option from the given alternatives: The endpoints of latus rectum of the parabola y2 = 24x are _______ - Mathematics and Statistics

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Select the correct option from the given alternatives:

The endpoints of latus rectum of the parabola y2 = 24x are _______

Options

  • (6, ±12)

  • (12, ±6)

  • (6, ±6)

  • none of these

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Solution

The endpoints of latus rectum of the parabola y2 = 24x are (6, ±12)

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Chapter 7: Conic Sections - Miscellaneous Exercise 7 [Page 176]

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Balbharati Mathematics and Statistics 1 (Arts and Science) [English] Standard 11 Maharashtra State Board
Chapter 7 Conic Sections
Miscellaneous Exercise 7 | Q I. (5) | Page 176

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