ExamBro
ExamBro
TS EAMCET · Maths · Parabola

If the focal chord of the parabola \(x^2=12 y\) drawn through the point \((3,0)\) intersects the parabola at the points \(P\) and Q, then the sum of the reciprocals of the abscissae of the points \(P\) and \(Q\) is

  1. A \(\frac{1}{4}\)
  2. B \(\frac{1}{5}\)
  3. C \(\frac{1}{3}\)
  4. D \(\frac{1}{8}\)
Verified Solution

Answer & Solution

Correct Answer

(C) \(\frac{1}{3}\)

Step-by-step Solution

Detailed explanation

Focus of the parabola is \((0,3)\). Equation of the line \(\frac{x}{3}+\frac{y}{3}=1\) \(\Rightarrow y=3-x\) Solving for point of intersection…