A differential equation representing the family of parabolas with axis parallel to -axis and whose length of latus rectum is the distance of the point form the line , is given by :
- (A)
- (B)✓ Correct
- (C)
- (D)
Answer: (B)
Solution
The distance from to the line is . For a parabola with axis parallel to the -axis, the latus rectum is . Differentiating twice: , so .
JEE Main · 2021 · 27 Aug 2021 · Shift 2 · Single correct option