Question:

If the line x – 1 = 0 is a directrix of the hyperbola kx2 – y2 = 6, then the hyperbola passes through the point

Updated On: Mar 9, 2025
  • \((-2\sqrt5,6)\)

  • \((-\sqrt5,3)\)

  • \((\sqrt5,-2)\)

  • \((2\sqrt5,3\sqrt6)\)

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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Given hyperbola : \(\frac{x^2}{6/k}-\frac{y^2}{6} = 1\)
\(e = \sqrt{1+\frac{6}{6/k}}=\sqrt{1+k}\)
\(x = ± \frac{a}{e} ⇒ x = ± \frac{\sqrt6}{\sqrt{k}\sqrt{k+1}}\)
As given : \(\frac{\sqrt6}{\sqrt{k}\sqrt{k+1}}=1\)
\(⇒ k = 2\)
\(⇒ \frac{x^2}{3}-\frac{y^2}{6} = 1\)
Hence, the option that satisfies and is the correct option is (C):\( (\sqrt{5},-2)\)

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Concepts Used:

Hyperbola

Hyperbola is the locus of all the points in a plane such that the difference in their distances from two fixed points in the plane is constant.

Hyperbola is made up of two similar curves that resemble a parabola. Hyperbola has two fixed points which can be shown in the picture, are known as foci or focus. When we join the foci or focus using a line segment then its midpoint gives us centre. Hence, this line segment is known as the transverse axis.

Hyperbola