JEE Main 2019
Conic Sections
Parabola
Easy
Question
If and the line passes through the points of intersection of the parabolas and , then :
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Solution
Introduction and Key Concepts
This problem asks us to find a condition on the coefficients of a linear equation, given that the line it represents passes through the intersection points of two parabolas. To solve this, we will combine several fundamental concepts from coordinate geometry and algebra:
- Intersection of Curves: To find where two curves meet, we solve their equations simultaneously. The resulting pairs are the coordinates of their intersection points.
- Condition for a Point on a Line: If a line passes through a specific point, the coordinates of that point must satisfy the equation of the line. Substituting these coordinates into the line's equation will lead to a true statement or a condition on the line's parameters.
- **Fundamental Property of Real