Math Problem Statement

Convert the point from Cartesian to polar coordinates. Write your answer in radians. Round to the nearest hundredth.

(5,5)

Solution

To convert the Cartesian coordinates (5,5)(5, 5) to polar coordinates, we follow these steps:

  1. Calculate the radius rr: r=x2+y2r = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2} Substituting the given coordinates (5,5)(5, 5): r=52+52=25+25=50=527.07r = \sqrt{5^2 + 5^2} = \sqrt{25 + 25} = \sqrt{50} = 5\sqrt{2} \approx 7.07

  2. Calculate the angle θ\theta in radians: θ=tan1(yx)\theta = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{y}{x}\right) Substituting the given coordinates (5,5)(5, 5): θ=tan1(55)=tan1(1)=π40.79 radians\theta = \tan^{-1}\left(\frac{5}{5}\right) = \tan^{-1}(1) = \frac{\pi}{4} \approx 0.79 \text{ radians}

Therefore, the polar coordinates of the point (5,5)(5, 5) are approximately: (r,θ)=(7.07,0.79)(r, \theta) = (7.07, 0.79)

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions:

  1. What are the formulas for converting Cartesian coordinates to polar coordinates?
  2. How do you find the radius rr in polar coordinates?
  3. How do you find the angle θ\theta in polar coordinates?
  4. Why is the angle θ\theta expressed in radians?
  5. Can you convert polar coordinates back to Cartesian coordinates?
  6. What is the significance of the tangent function in finding θ\theta?
  7. How do you handle coordinates in different quadrants when converting to polar form?
  8. What are some practical applications of polar coordinates?

Tip: When converting to polar coordinates, always consider the quadrant of the original Cartesian coordinates to determine the correct angle θ\theta.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Coordinate Geometry
Trigonometry

Formulas

Distance Formula
Angle in Polar Coordinates

Theorems

None

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12