Question

question 6 of 10 which term describes the red curve in the figure below? a. ellipse b. parabola c. circle d. hyperbola

Explanation:

When a plane intersects a double - napped cone at an angle such that it intersects only one nappe and is not parallel to the side of the cone, the resulting conic section is an ellipse. In the given figure, the plane intersects one nappe of the cone in a closed - curve shape characteristic of an ellipse.

Answer:

A. Ellipse