What do you need to know to graph an ellipse for conic sections

The video tutorial covers the essentials of graphing conic sections, focusing on ellipses. It explains the importance of understanding the definition and equation of an ellipse, and how to determine key points such as foci, vertices, and co-vertices. The tutorial also discusses the major and minor axes, and how to identify whether the major axis is horizontal or vertical based on the equation. By understanding these concepts, students will be prepared to graph conic sections effectively.

Explain the difference between the equations for a vertical and horizontal major axis.

How do you find the co-vertices in relation to the center of an ellipse?