Solve the problem.For a hyperbolic mirror the two foci are 42 cm apart. The distance of the vertex from one focus is 6 cm and from the other focus is 36 cm. Position a coordinate system with the origin at the center of the hyperbola and with the foci on the y-axis. Find a Cartesian equation for the hyperbola.

A.  -  = 1
B.  -  = 5
C.  -  = 5
D.  -  = 1


Answer: A

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