Graphing Polar Equations

Question 1

The seismic wave of an earthquake is represented by the equation r = 12.8 sin(θ), where r is measured in miles.

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The seismic wave is represented by curve having a center on the .: circular; The seismic wave is represented by curve having a center on the .: positive vertical axis; The earthquake can be felt miles from its center.: 6.4

Question 2

positive polar axisnegative polar axis✔ positive vertical axisnegative vertical axis

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✔ positive vertical axis

Question 3

✔ 6.412.825.6

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✔ 6.4

Question 4

Consider the equation r = 5 sin(θ). Use the drop-down boxes to complete the sentences.

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✔ circle; The graph is a .: circle; The graph is symmetric with respect to the .: vertical axis; The greatest distance between any two points on the graph is units.: 5

Question 5

polepolar axis✔ vertical axis

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✔ vertical axis

Question 6

12.5✔ 510

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✔ 5

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