Question

the eccentricity of the conic section graphed is: a. zero b. between 0 and 1 c. one d. greater than 1

Explanation:

Step1: Recall eccentricity definitions

The eccentricity $e$ of a conic - section determines its shape. For a circle, $e = 0$; for an ellipse, $01$.

Step2: Identify the conic - section

The graph shown is an ellipse.

Answer:

b. Between 0 and 1