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Which term describes the red curve in the figure below?

A.
Circle
B.
Ellipse
C.
Parabola
D.
Hyperbola

Which term describes the red curve in the figure below? A. Circle B. Ellipse C. Parabola-example-1
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Answer:

D. Hyperbola

Explanation:

A conic is the intersection of a plane and a right circular cone.

Circle

Formed when a cone is intersected by a plane so that the plane is parallel to the circular base.

Ellipse

Formed when a cone is intersected by a plane so that the plane is at an angle with respect to the circular base.

Parabola

Formed when a cone is intersected by a plane so that the plane is parallel to an edge.

Hyperbola

Formed when a double-cone is intersected by a plane so that the plane is perpendicular to the circular bases.

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Answer:

D

Explanation:

A Hyperbola looks like a Parabola and its reflection, each Parabola curving opposite directions.

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