i have a problem that i need help with in calculus
Consider the curve, y^2= 4+x and chord AB joining points A(-4,0) and B(0,2) on the curve.
Find the x and y coordinates of the point on the curve where the tangent line is parallel to chord AB.
find x any y coordinates
Submitted by LaurenG325 on 12. January 2005 - 22:46
find x any y coordinates
Find ths slope of AB = 1/2
Then find the equation of tangent at any point x y on the cureve out its y' = 1/2
you will get te point y
put this in the curve you will get x
hope this helps