We know that the Earth orbits the Sun in an elliptical orbit. Other applications of the ellipse can be found in architecture and engineering, especially in designs of certain infrastructure and technology. In this Learner’s Packet, you will encounter the definition of ellipse, its parts, its standard and general form.
Objective
1. define an ellipse; and
2. determine the standard form of the equation of an ellipse.
Curriculum Information
Education Type
K to 12
Grade Level
Grade 11
Learning Area
Content/Topic
Analytic Geometry
Intended Users
Learners
Competencies
Define an ellipse.
Determine the standard form of equation of an ellipse.
Graph an ellipse in a rectangular coordinate system.
