How do I solve this problem?

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How do I solve this problem?

How do I solve this problem?

x^2 + 2x - 16y^2 - 15 = 0

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2007-08-06 15:08:28 · 2 answers · asked by thachick103 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Mathematics

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Make it (x+1)^2 - 16y^2 = 15 + 1

The +1 comes from the (x+1)^2, x^2 + 2x + 1

Then divide by 16:

(x+1)^2 / 16 - y^2 = 1

So it's a hyperbola with center (-1,0)

2007-08-06 15:13:02 · answer #1 · answered by hayharbr 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋

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2007-08-06 22:14:39 · answer #2 · answered by oregfiu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋