Q88 / 180 · COMEDK 2013 · Mathematics
If $(0,6)$ and $(0,3)$ are respectively the vertex and focus of a parabola, then its equation is
- Correct answerA$x^{2}+12 y=72$
- B$x^{2}-12 y=72$
- C$y^{2}-12 x=72$
- D$y^{2}+12 x=72$
Solution
The vertex and focus of the parabola are $(0,6)$ and $(0,3)$ respectively.
Clearly, axis is $Y$-axis.
$\therefore$ Latusrectum $=4$ (Distance between vertex and focus)
$$
=4 \sqrt{(0-0)^{2}+(6-3)^{2}}=12
$$
Also, the vertex is on the right hand side of the focus, so the parabola opens downward.
Hence, equation of the parabola is
$$
\begin{aligned}
(x-0)^{2} &=-12(y-6) \\
x^{2} &=-12 y+72 \\
\Rightarrow \quad & x^{2}+12 y &=72
\end{aligned}
$$
Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.