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Using Algebrator 63 Enter the first end point: (x1 ,y1 ). Enter the second end point: (x2 ,y2 ). Enter the length of the minor axis (2b). Click on the "Solve Step" button to see the next step or "Solve all" button to see all steps. If you need an explanation for any particular step, click on the step and then click on the "Explain" button. 2.2.2.5.4.3 Equation of an ellipse using end points of minor axis and length of major axis This wizard is used to find the equation of an ellipse, given the end points of the minor axis and the length of the major axis. It can be accessed by clicking on Wizard Button | Ellipse | Equation of an ellipse using end points of the minor axis and length of the major axis. To find the equation of an ellipse: Enter the first end point: (x1 ,y1 ). Enter the second end point: (x2 ,y2 ). Enter the length of the major axis (2a). Click on the "Solve Step" button to see the next step or "Solve all" button to see all steps. If you need an explanation for any particular step, click on the step and then click on the "Explain" button. 2.2.2.5.4.4 Equation of an ellipse using axes lengths and center This wizard is used to find the equation of an ellipse, given the axes lengths and the center. It can be accessed by clicking on Wizard Button | Ellipse | Equation of an © 1998 - 2010 Softmath