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The length of major axis and minor axis of an ellipse are, respectively, \( m \) and \( n \). If \( m^2 - n^2 = 45 \) and the eccentricity of the ellipse is \( \frac{\sqrt{5}}{3} \), then the length of the major axis is
The length of major axis and minor axis of an ellipse are, respectively, \( m \) and \( n \). If \( m^2 - n^2 = 45 \) and the eccentricity of the ellipse is \( \frac{\sqrt{5}}{3} \), then the length of the major axis is
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Convert axis lengths into \(a, b\) form before applying ellipse formulas.
Updated On: Apr 21, 2026
- \(13 \)
- \(6 \)
- \(12 \)
- \(18 \)
- \(9 \)
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The Correct Option is
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