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26 June, 06:51

Find an equation that models a hyperbolic lens with a = 12 inches and foci that are 26 inches apart. Assume that the center of the hyperbola is the origin and the transverse axis is vertical.

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  1. 26 June, 08:05
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    The general form for a hyperbola with the center at the origin and a vertical transverse axis is:

    y2/a2 - x2/b2 = 1

    From the given:

    a = 12

    To get b, we use the given distance between the foci. Since it's 26,

    c = 26/2 = 13

    Using this defintion:

    c2 = a2 + b2

    b = sqrt (c2 - a2) = sqrt (13^2 - 12^2) = 5

    The equation therefore is:

    y2/13^2 - x2/5^2 = 1

    or

    y2/169 - x2/25 = 1
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