How to find the center, vertices and co vertices of an ellipse

How to find the center, vertices and co vertices of an ellipse

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to analyze and graph an ellipse by identifying its key components such as the major and minor axes, vertices, co-vertices, and foci. It covers the mathematical equations needed to determine these elements and provides a step-by-step guide to plotting the ellipse on a graph. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of understanding the relationship between the values of A and B to correctly identify the type of ellipse and avoid common mistakes.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What do the variables A and B represent in the context of an ellipse?

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How can you determine if an ellipse is horizontal or vertical based on the values of A and B?

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Explain the process of finding the center of an ellipse given the equation.

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What are the coordinates of the vertices of the ellipse based on the given values of A and B?

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Describe how to find the co-vertices of an ellipse.

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What is the formula used to find the foci of an ellipse, and how is it derived?

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How do the coordinates of the foci relate to the major axis of the ellipse?

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