SOLUTION: Write an equation of a hyperbola with foci (6,0) and (-6,0) if the length of the transverse axis is 8 units

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Question 972215: Write an equation of a hyperbola with foci (6,0) and (-6,0) if the length of the transverse axis is 8 units
Answer by josgarithmetic(39620)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
For hyperbola, , and yours is centered at the origin, and your . Your c is .







The a, b, c relationship:






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