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The locus of the point \(P(x, y)\) satisfying \(\sqrt{(x-3)^2 + (y-1)^2} + \sqrt{(x+3)^2 + (y-1)^2} = 6\) is
The locus of the point \(P(x, y)\) satisfying \(\sqrt{(x-3)^2 + (y-1)^2} + \sqrt{(x+3)^2 + (y-1)^2} = 6\) is
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Ellipse: sum of distances = \(2a\), distance between foci = \(2ae\).
Updated On: Apr 7, 2026
- straight line
- pair of straight lines
- circle
- ellipse
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The Correct Option is B
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