Classify the Graph of the Equation as a Circle, a Parabola

question 12

Multiple Choice

Classify the graph of the equation as a circle, a parabola, an ellipse, or a hyperbola.

• A) parabola
• B) ellipse
• C) circle
• D) hyperbola

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