Is the ellipse represented by the equation (x-5)^2/3 + (y+1)^2/5 =1 oriented horizontally or vertically? explain how you know

Hello from MrBillDoesMath!

 Vertical

Discussion:

Generally, consider the ellipse

x^2/ a^2 + y^2/b^2 = 1

If a^2 > b^2, the ellipse is horizontal; otherwise vertical.

In our case, a^2 =3 and b^2 = 5 so  a^2 < b^2. The ellipse is vertical

Thank you,

MrB

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step-by-step explanation:

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