Find the equation for the ellipse that satisfies the given conditions: Vertices $(\pm 6, 0)$,foci $(\pm 4, 0)$.

  • A
    $\frac{x^2}{36} + \frac{y^2}{20} = 1$
  • B
    $\frac{x^2}{20} + \frac{y^2}{36} = 1$
  • C
    $\frac{x^2}{16} + \frac{y^2}{36} = 1$
  • D
    $\frac{x^2}{36} + \frac{y^2}{16} = 1$

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