engineering mathematics MCQ #438

For the hyperbola x²/25 - y²/16 = 1, find the length of the latus rectum.

engineering mathematics MCQ #438

  1. Question 1

    Q1. For the hyperbola x²/25 - y²/16 = 1, find the length of the latus rectum.

    • A) 32/5
    • B) 32/3
    • C) 16/5
    • D) 16/3

    Answer: 32/5

    Explanation: Latus rectum length = 2b²/a = 2*(16)/5 = 32/5.