engineering mathematics MCQ #421

For the ellipse x²/a² + y²/b² = 1, which is longer if e = 1/2?

engineering mathematics MCQ #421

  1. Question 1

    Q1. For the ellipse x²/a² + y²/b² = 1, which is longer if e = 1/2?

    • A) Major axis is vertical
    • B) Major axis is horizontal
    • C) Equal axes
    • D) Depends on a and b

    Answer: Depends on a and b

    Explanation: Eccentricity alone does not determine axis orientation.