engineering mathematics MCQ #419

The equation x²/16 - y²/9 = 1 represents a hyperbola. What is its eccentricity?

engineering mathematics MCQ #419

  1. Question 1

    Q1. The equation x²/16 - y²/9 = 1 represents a hyperbola. What is its eccentricity?

    • A) 5/4
    • B) 4/5
    • C) 3/5
    • D) 5/3

    Answer: 5/4

    Explanation: e = √(1 + (b²/a²)) = √(1 + 9/16) = 5/4.