169619
AssignmentMultiple Choice

Graphing Polar Equations

Question 169619 • CUSD Advanced Math A (5.0)

What is the rectangular form of r = 8 sin(θ)?

Answer
A
(x − 4)2 + y2 = 16
B
(x + 4)2 + y2 = 16
C
x2 + (y − 4)2 = 16
D
x2 + (y + 4)2 = 16

Explanation

Use the polar-coordinate identities r² = x² + y² and r sin(θ) = y. Multiplying r = 8 sin(θ) by r gives x² + y² = 8y; completing the square yields x² + (y − 4)² = 16, which is choice C.

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