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hyperbola

[hahy-pur-buh-luh] / haɪˈpɜr bə lə /


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We define a hyperbola as all points in a plane where the difference of their distances from two fixed points is constant.

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The a, b values in the equation also help us find the asymptotes of the hyperbola.

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So, the equation of a hyperbola centered at the origin in standard form is:

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In your own words, define a hyperbola and write the equation of a hyperbola centered at the origin in standard form.

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The centre of an hyperbola is without the curve, because the line at infinity cuts the curve.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 6 "Geodesy" to "Geometry" by Various




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