the foci of the hyperbola 9x2 – 16y2 = 144 are
Given: 9x2 – 16y2 = 144
To find: coordinates of the foci f(m,n)
9x2 – 16y2 = 144
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Formula used:
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Eccentricity(e) is given by,
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Foci is given by (±ae, 0)
Here, a = 4 and b = 3
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⇒ c = 5
Therefore,
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Foci: (±5, 0)