Single Answer MCQ
Q-00052168

Find the equation of the directrix for the parabola represented by y^2 = 12x.

1

x = 3

2

x = -3

3

x = 6

4

x = -6

Answer and Solution

Answer

B. x = -3

Solution:

For the parabola y^2 = 12x, a = 3. Therefore, the directrix is at x = -3.

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