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Find the length of the transverse axis.

Read the idea, work independently, then explain what changed.

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Revisit first: Ellipse

TOPIC 01

Hyperbola

Use the distance-difference definition, asymptotes and branch restrictions.

Use one hint at a time. A correction explains what changed, not just the final answer.

01 / Foundation#Your turn

x^2/36-y^2/4=1

a,b>0 and e>1; a distance difference is absolute, and an asymptote is not part of the curve.

Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1

Translate the geometric condition into a coordinate equation.

Hint 2

Use this intermediate relation.

\text{transverse axis}=2a

Worked solution

The requested value is 12.

Checks and common pitfalls: Only the positive squared term specifies the transverse axis.

Think first. Reveal a hint when the class is ready.

Teacher preparation and assessment

Parameters: For x²/a²−y²/b²=1, c²=a²+b² and asymptotes are y=±(b/a)x.
Branch conditions: a,b>0 and e>1; a distance difference is absolute, and an asymptote is not part of the curve.