Question

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

Answer 1

a

Explanation:

Answer 2

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`