Math Problem Statement

Find an equation equivalent to 2x + 3y = 6 in polar coordinates.

Solution

To solve this, we need to convert the given Cartesian equation 2x+3y=62x + 3y = 6 into polar coordinates.

Recall the relationships between Cartesian and polar coordinates: x=rcosθx = r \cos \theta y=rsinθy = r \sin \theta

We substitute these into the original equation 2x+3y=62x + 3y = 6:

2(rcosθ)+3(rsinθ)=62(r \cos \theta) + 3(r \sin \theta) = 6 r(2cosθ+3sinθ)=6r(2 \cos \theta + 3 \sin \theta) = 6

Thus, the equation in polar form becomes: r(2cosθ+3sinθ)=6r(2 \cos \theta + 3 \sin \theta) = 6

This matches option c.

Would you like further details on the conversion process or clarifications?

Here are some related questions for practice:

  1. How do you convert an equation from Cartesian to polar coordinates?
  2. What are the relationships between x,yx, y and r,θr, \theta in polar coordinates?
  3. How can we find the radius rr in polar coordinates from a given point (x,y)(x, y)?
  4. Can any Cartesian equation be converted to polar form?
  5. What are the advantages of using polar coordinates in specific types of problems?

Tip: Always check the substitution carefully when converting between coordinate systems to avoid common mistakes.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Polar Coordinates
Coordinate Conversion
Trigonometry

Formulas

x = r * cos(θ)
y = r * sin(θ)

Theorems

Relationship between Cartesian and Polar Coordinates

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12