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GET 102 GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION: CONIC SECTIONS Objective Question

Question

What is the initial step in the ELLIPSE - Rectangle Method?
Options
A Divide the major axis into equal parts.
B Draw a rectangle with length and breadth equal to the major and minor axes.
Correct Answer
C Locate the foci of the ellipse.
D Draw concentric circles.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 9, 'STEPS 1' of the Ellipse - Rectangle Method specifies: 'Draw a rectangle with length and breadth equal to the major and minor axes.'

Hint

Review the very first step described for the Rectangle Method on page 9.

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