Geometry Flashcards: Derive Equations Of Ellipses And Parabolas

Study Derive Equations Of Ellipses And Parabolas in Geometry with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What are the vertices of a vertical hyperbola centered at $(h,k)$ ?

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ANSWER

$(h,\,k\pm a)$ . Vertices are the endpoints of the transverse axis, $a$ units from center.

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An ellipse has center at the origin and passes through points

(5, 0)

and

(0, 3)

. If the foci lie on the x-axis, what are the coordinates of the foci?

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