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A general formula for a parabola is x2 = 4py. What is the value of p in the equation x2 = 12y? p =

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Answer:

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Answer:

p=3

Explanation:

The given parabola has equation ;


x^2=12y

The general formula for a parabola is;


x^2=4py

To find the value of p, we need to compare the coefficient of y in both equations;


\implies 4p=12

Divide both sides by 4;


\implies p=(12)/(4)


\implies p=3

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