Let $L(ae, b^2/a)$ be the end of the latus rectum of the hyperbola $\frac{x^2}{a^2} - \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$ lying in the first quadrant,and let $S(ae, 0)$ be the focus of the given hyperbola. Given $L$ is $(x_1, 4)$ and $S$ is $(8, y_1)$,find the length of its transverse axis.

  • A
    $2(\sqrt{17}-1)$
  • B
    $4(\sqrt{17}-1)$
  • C
    $2(\sqrt{17}+1)$
  • D
    $4(\sqrt{17}+1)$

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