For a hyperbola 
where
the directrix is the line
and the focus is at (0, c).
Here, we have c = 5, a² = 9, so b² = 5² - 9 = 16.
a = √9 = 3
b = √16 = 4
Your hyperbola's constants are ...
a = 3
b = 4
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Please note that the equation of a hyperbola has a negative sign for one of the terms. The equation given in your problem statement is that of an ellipse.
where
the directrix is the line
and the focus is at (0, c).
Here, we have c = 5, a² = 9, so b² = 5² - 9 = 16.
a = √9 = 3
b = √16 = 4
Your hyperbola's constants are ...
a = 3
b = 4
______
Please note that the equation of a hyperbola has a negative sign for one of the terms. The equation given in your problem statement is that of an ellipse.
