If PSQ Is A Focal Chord Of The Ellipse 16x2 + 25y2 = 400 Such That SP = 8, Then SQ =

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Question

If PSQ is a focal chord of the ellipse 16x2 + 25y2 = 400 such that SP = 8, then SQ =

Solution

Correct option is

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We have, 

       

     

We know that the semi-latusrectum of an ellipse is the HM of the segments of a focal chord.

∴ HM of SP and SQ = Semi-latusrectum     

  

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