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GET 102 GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION: CONIC SECTIONS Objective Question
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For the PARABOLA - Locus Method, how is the vertex (V) located?
Options
A By taking the midpoint of the focus and the directrix.
B By extending a line from the focus parallel to the directrix.
C By drawing an arc from the directrix to the focus.
D By bisecting the distance between the focus (F) and the directrix (D).
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 13, 'STEPS 2' of the Parabola - Locus Method states: 'Locate the vertex by bisecting FD'. FD represents the distance between the focus and the directrix.

Hint

Review step 2 of the Parabola Locus Method on page 13.

Question Info

Course: GET 102
Topic: GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION: CONIC SECTIONS
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 23 of 308
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