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The equation of the latus rectum of the parabola $y^2 + 8x + 4y + 12 = 0$ is
The equation of the latus rectum of the parabola $y^2 + 8x + 4y + 12 = 0$ is
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Latus rectum passes through focus and is perpendicular to axis.
Updated On: Apr 24, 2026
- $x + 3 = 0$
- $y + 3 = 0$
- $x + 1 = 0$
- $y + 2 = 0$
- $x + 2 = 0$
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The Correct Option is A
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