Math Problem Statement

The circle C1 passes through the origin and its centre is the focus of the parabola y^2 - 16y - 16x = -96, (a) Find the equation of the circle C1. (b) Find the equation of tangent to the circle C1 at the point (12, 0). (c) Given the circle with equation C2: (x + 2)^2 + (y - 12)^2 = 20, show that the circle C1 and C2 intersect each other. Hence, determine the points of intersection between C1 and C2.

Solution

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Let’s start with part (a) of the question:

  1. The equation of the circle is given by y2−16y−16x=−96y^2 - 16y - 16x = -96, and the circle passes through the origin.
  2. The center of the circle is the focus of the parabola, and we need to find the equation of the circle.

To solve this, we need to:

  • Complete the square to rewrite the equation of the circle in standard form.
  • Use the coordinates of the focus of the parabola to determine the center of the circle.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Circle Equation
Parabola
Tangent Line
Intersection of Curves

Formulas

Standard form of a circle: (x - h)^2 + (y - k)^2 = r^2
Equation of tangent at a point on a circle: y - y1 = m(x - x1)

Theorems

Tangent to a circle
Intersection of two curves

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12

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