Use the Discriminant to Decide Whether the Equation Represents a Parabola

question 60

Multiple Choice

Use the discriminant to decide whether the equation represents a parabola, an ellipse, or a hyperbola.
- $$5 x ^ { 2 } - 7 x y - 2 y ^ { 2 } + 14 = 0$$

• A) Ellipse
• B) Parabola
• C) Hyperbola

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Definitions:

Inelastic Demand

A situation where the demand for a product does not significantly change with a change in price.

Total Revenues

The overall amount of money generated from sales of goods or services before deducting any expenses.

Demand Elasticity

The degree to which the demand for a product changes in response to a change in its price.

Isoelastic Curve

An isoelastic curve represents a locus where the elasticity of a variable, such as demand or utility, is constant.