To find: The correct option from the given options.
The correct option is (B).
Given information: The given equation is
Formula used: The general second-degree equation
The type of conic is a
The type of conic is an ellipse if
The type of conic is a parabola if
The type of conic is a hyperbola if
Calculation:
Consider the given equation.
Compare the above equation with the general equation of the conic.
Substitute
Since
Therefore, the correct option is (B).
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