Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

by Bittinger, Marvin L.; Ellenbogen, David J.; Johnson, Barbara L.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8

ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 13 - Conic Sections - 13.1 Conic Sections: Parabolas and Circles - 13.1 Exercise Set - Page 855: 66

Answer

Yes

Work Step by Step

A circle is defined to be a set of points in a plane that are a fixed distance from the center. When $r=0$ and the circle is at one point it is a special case. Therefore, yes, it is possible for a point to be a conic section.

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