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= 1


Comparing the equation = 1 with the standard equation = 1.

We have, a = 4, b = 3

and c = = = = 5

Therefore, the coordinates of the foci are (± 5, 0) and that of vertices are (± 4, 0). Also, the eccentricity e = = and the length of latus rectum

= = = units.

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