Given a line λ (Greek "lambda") and a point F not on λ, let P be on the parabola of all points that are equidistant from F and from λ. Let N be the point on v closest to P. Prove that the parabola lies on one side of the perpendicular bisector of FN.

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amistre64 · Answer

sounds like the geometric definition of a parabola.  but what is "v"?

accessdenied · Answer

My only guess would be that it was meant to be ctrl+v to paste lambda, but not certain on this...  :P

anonymous · Answer

Yep. Sorry if it looks like a "v" for you guys, its supposed to be lambda

amistre64 · Answer

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