Q94 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2009 · Mathematics

The number of normals drawn to the parabola $y^2=4 x$ from the point $(1,0)$ is

  • A
    0
  • Correct answer
    B
    1
  • C
    2
  • D
    3

Solution

Given curve is $y^2=4 x$. Also, point $(1,0)$ is the focus of the parabola. It is clear from the graph that only one normal is possible. Figure

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'B'.

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