Question

Does the function x^2 + xy = 1 have any symmetry?​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Let's get this in a form we can better recognize. we'll rearrange it until we have y by itself.

x^2 + xy = 1

xy = 1 - x^2

y = 1/x - x

There, much better. Now, just looking at the graph you can tell there's no symmetry along the x or y axis. If you do not know how to check for symmetry along x=y or origin symmetry let me know. But checking for those does show that there is no symmetry along y = x but there is origin symmetry.

To determine that you just make all x and ys negative, and then see if you can get back to the original. Again, let me know if you don't get determining symmetry through algebra and I'd be happy to explain each of the variations; x ais, y axis, y=x and origin.

Answer 2

No.

Explanation:

The equation does not match the form of any conic section.

I hope this helps you out alot, and as always, I am joyous to assist anyone at any time.