The diagram shows a conic with focus F, directrix d and a point, T, on the directrix. From the point T tangents to the conic are found that touch the conic at P and Q. Show that P, F and Q are collinear
The diagram shows a conic with focus F, directrix d and a point, T, on the directrix. From the point T tangents to the conic are found that touch the conic at P and Q. Show that P, F and Q are collinear
Elementary Geometry For College Students, 7e
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The diagram shows a conic with focus F, directrix d and a point, T, on the directrix. From the point T tangents to the conic are found that touch the conic at P and Q.
Show that P, F and Q are collinear.

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