Find the polar equation of the conic with focus at the origin and the given eccentricity and directrix. (Use the following as necessary: r and ?.) Directrix:  x = 5;    e = 1/7

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Find the polar equation of the conic with focus at the origin and the given eccentricity and directrix. (Use the following as necessary: r and ?.)

Directrix: 
x = 5;    e = 1/7
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