Question
Mathematics Question on Parabola
Equation of the parabola whose vertex and focus lie on the axis of x at distances a and a1 from the origin respectively is
A
y2 = 4(a1 - a)x
B
y2 = 4 (a1 - a) (x - a)
C
y2 = 4 (a1 - a) (x - a1)
D
y2 = 4 (a - a1 x)
Answer
y2 = 4 (a1 - a) (x - a)
Explanation
Solution
The correct option is (B): y2 = 4 (a1 - a) (x - a)