Identify the Conic That the Polar Equation Represents $$r = \frac { 2 } { 1 - 2 \cos \theta }$$

question 197

Multiple Choice

Identify the conic that the polar equation represents. Also, give the position of the directrix.
- $$r = \frac { 2 } { 1 - 2 \cos \theta }$$

• A) hyperbola, directrix perpendicular to the polar axis 1 right of the pole
• B) ellipse, directrix perpendicular to the polar axis 1 right of the pole
• C) ellipse, directrix perpendicular to the polar axis 1 left of the pole
• D) hyperbola, directrix perpendicular to the polar axis 1 left of the pole

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