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Conic Sections - Theory & Concepts - Conic General

Equations, properties, and graphs of circles, ellipses, parabolas, and hyperbolas.

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Second-Degree Conic & Axis Rotation Explorer

General Equation
(2.0)x2+(1.0)xy+(2.0)y2=8(2.0)x^2 + (1.0)xy + (2.0)y^2 = 8
Axis Rotation Angle
θ=45.0(0.785 rad)\theta = 45.0^\circ \quad (0.785\text{ rad})
Eliminates the xyxy term through rotation to produce standard form.
Conic TypeEllipse
Discriminant (B24AC)(B^2 - 4AC)-15.0