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The line xa+yb=1 touches the curve y=be-xa at the point

MathematicsApplication of DerivativesJEE Main
Options:
  • A 0,0
  • B 0,a
  • C 0,b
  • D b,0
Solution:
1172 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 0,b
Let the point be x1, y1

y1=be-x1a ......(i)

Also, the slope of the tangent to the curve is dydxx1, y1=-ba e-x1a =-y1a (by (i))

Now, the equation of tangent of the given curve at point x1, y1 is y-y1=-y1a  x-x1

xa+yy1=x1a+1

Comparing with xa+yb=1 ,

We get, y1=b and 1+x1a=1

x1=0

Hence, the point is (0, b).

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