Introduction to Conic Section
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Before we explore conic section types analytically, let's explore them first in GeoGebra 3D Graphing Calculator app!
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Note the equation of the plane is z = some constant. Change the equation of this pink plane to z = 2. Then change it to z = 1. Then change it to z = 4. How would you describe the intersection of this plane and cone?
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Change the equation of the plane to . How would you describe the intersection of this plane and cone now?
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Now change the equation of the plane to . How would you describe the intersection of this plane and cone now?
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Change the equation of the plane to . How would you describe the intersection of this plane and cone now?