Topic Details (Notes format)

How to Graph an Ellipse from Standard Form

Subject: Mathematics

Book: Maths Mastery

An ellipse in standard form is (x–h)²/a² + (y–k)²/b²=1, centered at (h,k). a and b are the semi-major or semi-minor axes lengths, indicating radii along x or y directions. Plot center, move ±a horizontally, ±b vertically for reference points, and sketch a smooth oval. Ellipses model planetary orbits, lens shapes, or mechanical linkages. Understanding ellipse parameters fosters advanced geometry solutions—like finding focal points (for reflection properties) or using them in design constraints where elliptical arcs are needed.

Practice Questions

The perimeter of a rectangle is 50 cm, and its length is 15 cm. What is its width?

View Question

If two complementary angles differ by 30°, what are the angles?

View Question

The simple interest on Rs. 4000 at 5% per annum for 2 years is:

View Question

What is the sum of the first 10 positive even numbers?

View Question

If the radius of a circle is 7 cm, what is its circumference?

View Question

A man rows downstream at 6 km/h and upstream at 4 km/h. What is the speed of the stream?

View Question

The LCM of 12 and 15 is:

View Question

If the perimeter of a square is 40 cm, what is the area of the square?

View Question

The base of a triangle is 10 cm and its height is 6 cm. What is its area?

View Question

If a = 5 and b = 12, what is the length of the hypotenuse of a right triangle?

View Question