Question

the foci are (4,0) and (-2,0). the slopes of the asymptotes are +_ 4. Write the equation of the hyperbola in standard form.

Answer 1

@Mertsj

Answer 2

Find the center...it is half way between the asymptotes.

Answer 3

(1,0)

Answer 4

And the asymptotes are y = + - (b/a)x
So since the slope is 4, you can find b and a or at least the reduced form of the ratio.

Answer 5

I meant to say that the center is half way between the foci but you got it anyway.

Answer 6

yeah i knew what you ment. it is where the asymptotes cross too

Answer 7

Yes.

Answer 8

So did you find a and b?

Answer 9

no im still not quite sure how to do that

Answer 10

wait would b=4 and a=1?