Graphing Parametric Equations

Question 1

After eliminating the parameter, the rectangular equation is .

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C: C

Question 2

The rectangular form of this equation is .

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A: A

Question 3

Use a graphing calculator and the parametric equations y = 6sin(t2) and x = 8cos(t2) determine the location of the graph when –1.5 ≤ t ≤ 1.5.

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A: Quadrants I and II

Question 4

A pair of parametric equations representing the paths of the boats are .

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A: x = 22t and y = 28(t – 0.5)

Question 5

The rectangular equation can be described as a .

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A: cubic

Question 6

The equations represent a/an .

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B: ellipse

Question 7

From the time the ocean liner leaves until the ferry overtakes it is minutes at a distance from the port of approximately miles.

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B: 140

Question 8

From the time the ocean liner leaves until the ferry overtakes it is minutes at a distance from the port of approximately miles.

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B: 51

Question 9

The domain is .

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D: all real numbers

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