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GET 102 GEOMETRIC CONSTRUCTION: CONIC SECTIONS Objective Question

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In the context of the Hyperbola Rectangular Method, what are the lines called that are tangents to the hyperbola at infinity?
Options
A Directrices.
B Transverse axes.
C Asymptotes.
Correct Answer
D Conjugate axes.
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Page 16 clearly defines: 'Lines which are tangents to he hyperbola at infinity are called asymptotes.'

Hint

These lines guide the curve's behavior as it extends infinitely.

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