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What type of conic section does (x - 5) 2 + 4(y + 7) 2 = 100 represent?
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There is an
term AND a
term. Hence, NOT a parabola.
The coefficient on the
term is different than the coefficient on the
term. Hence, NOT a circle.
The sign on the coefficient on the
term is the same as the sign on the coefficient on the
term. Hence, NOT a hyperbola.
Therefore, ellipse.
John
My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
