Q. If the curve $xy = R^{2} - 16$ represents a rectangular hyperbola whose branches lies only in the quadrant in which abscissa and ordinate are opposite in sigh but not equal in magnitude, then
A) $|R| < 4$
B) $|R| \geq 4$
C) $|R| = 4$
D) None of these
Explanation
The correct answer is Option A: $|R| < 4$.
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Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.