If $S$ and $S'$ are the two foci of the ellipse $\frac{x^2}{a^2} + \frac{y^2}{b^2} = 1$ where $a < b$,and $P(x_1, y_1)$ is a point on the ellipse,then $SP + S'P = \dots$

  • A
    $2a$
  • B
    $2b$
  • C
    $a + ex_1$
  • D
    $b + ey_1$

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