Single Answer MCQ
Q-00052157

What is the equation of a parabola with focus at (a, 0) and directrix x = -a?

1

y^2 = 4ax

2

x^2 = 4ay

3

y^2 = -4ax

4

x^2 = -4ay

Answer and Solution

Answer

A. y^2 = 4ax

Solution:

The correct equation is y^2 = 4ax, which describes a parabola with focus (a, 0) and directrix x = -a. The other options represent different conic sections.

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