Identify the Conic That the Polar Equation Represents $$r = \frac { 9 } { 3 + 3 \sin \theta }$$

question 34

Multiple Choice

Identify the conic that the polar equation represents. Also, give the position of the directrix.
- $$r = \frac { 9 } { 3 + 3 \sin \theta }$$

• A) parabola, directrix perpendicular to the polar axis 3 right of the pole
• B) hyperbola, directrix perpendicular to the polar axis 3 right of the pole
• C) hyperbola, directrix parallel to the polar axis 3 above the pole
• D) parabola, directrix parallel to the polar axis 3 above the pole

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