The 4 Conic Sections
- Circle: (x − h)² + (y − k)² = r²
- Parabola: y = a(x − h)² + k
- Ellipse: (x − h)²/a² + (y − k)²/b² = 1
- Hyperbola: (x − h)²/a² − (y − k)²/b² = 1
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Conic Sections Explained Simply: Circles, Parabolas, Ellipses & Hyperbolas
A simple guide to conic sections. Learn how slicing a double cone creates circles, parabolas, ellipses, and hyperbolas with standard equations.
Published August 11, 2026
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