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

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Matt Leyland · Answer 1 · 2020-02-19T21:12:12+0000

Answer:

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;

$\implies p=(12)/(4)$

$\implies p=3$