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The equation of a tangent to the parabola $y^2=8 x$ is $y=x+2$. The point on this line from which the other tangent to the parabola is perpendicular to the given tangent is
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Options:
  • A
    $(-1,1)$
  • B
    $(0,2)$
  • C
    $(2,4)$
  • D
    $(-2,0)$
Solution:
1017 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is:
$(-2,0)$
Point must be on the directrix of the parabola.
Hence the point is $(-2,0)$.

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