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Let \(x = 9\) be a directrix of an ellipse centred at \((0, 0)\) and having eccentricity \(\frac{1}{3}\). If focus at \((\alpha, 0)\) (\(\alpha<0\)), then locus of the mid-point of the chord passing through the focus \((\alpha, 0)\) is

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The equation of a chord of any conic with mid-point \((x_1, y_1)\) is always \(T = S_1\). This is a very efficient shortcut for locus problems involving mid-points.
Updated On: Apr 7, 2026
  • \(8y^2 = 9x(1 + x)\)
  • \(9y^2 = 8x(1 + x)\)
  • \(9y^2 = 8x(1 - x)\)
  • \(8y^2 = 9x(1 - x)\)
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The Correct Option is D

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