Find the minimum distance between the curves y^2 = x-1 and x^2 = y-1

FORESTS

HIMANSHU JAIN

see, these curves intersect at (1,1).

So, min. distance is zero.

it can be checked by drawing graph also.

Transmigrator

No Himangshu....................How can these curves intersect at (1,1)............................Let alone intersecting, none of the curves even pass through (1,1) since (1,1) doesn't satisfy even one of the curves...................

FORESTS

you are right the curves not intersect

C!-!!NMAY

http://www.goiit.com/posts/list/analytical-geometry-find-the-shortest-distance-between-the-curves-981025.htm#1172509 this will help u

Ask & Discuss Questions with Community & Experts