Question

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Answer 1

It is a hyperbola.

Answer 2

but it has horizontal transverse axis.

ref : http://www.mathwarehouse.com/hyperbola/images/picture-of-hyperbola-horizontal-transverse.gif

http://www.mathwarehouse.com/hyperbola/images/picture-of-hyperbola-vertical-transverse.gif

Answer 3

may try this : http://www.classzone.com/eservices/home/pdf/student/LA210EAD.pdf

:)

Answer 4

yes it is. I have provided those for your understanding of the conic sections. :)