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To calculate: To write the equation of ellipse having the given points as foci and the given number as the sum of focal radii
Answer to Problem 20WE
Equation of ellipse is
Explanation of Solution
Given information: Foci are
Formula Used:
Standard form of the equation of ellipse with center
Where,
When,
When
Calculation:
Given the Foci as follows
Thus,
Also, given the sum of focal radii
Now,
Substituting the values:
Equation of ellipse is given as follows:
Substituting the values:
Conclusion:
Hence, equation of ellipse is
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