Math Problem Statement

Find the equation of a circle with center at point A and a radius of 1 unit on a coordinate grid.

Solution

The image you've uploaded shows a circle on a coordinate grid, with point AA marked at the center. The radius of the circle is shown as 1 unit. It appears that the question is asking for the equation of the circle.

Solution:

Given:

  • The center of the circle AA is at the origin (0, 0) because it's aligned with the intersection of the x-axis and y-axis.
  • The radius rr of the circle is given as 1 unit.

The general equation of a circle with center at (h,k)(h, k) and radius rr is:

(xh)2+(yk)2=r2(x - h)^2 + (y - k)^2 = r^2

Here, since the center AA is at (0,0)(0, 0), the equation simplifies to:

x2+y2=r2x^2 + y^2 = r^2

Substituting r=1r = 1 into the equation:

x2+y2=1x^2 + y^2 = 1

So, the correct answer is:

x2+y2=1\boxed{x^2 + y^2 = 1}

Would you like further details on this solution or have any other questions?

Related Questions:

  1. How would the equation change if the radius were 2 units?
  2. What would be the equation if the center of the circle was at (1,2)(1, 2) instead of (0,0)(0, 0)?
  3. How do you find the radius from the equation of a circle?
  4. What is the area of the circle with radius 1?
  5. How does the equation of a circle differ from that of an ellipse?

Tip:

Always double-check the center and radius when determining the equation of a circle—small errors here can lead to incorrect answers.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Geometry
Equation of a Circle
Coordinate Geometry

Formulas

(x - h)^2 + (y - k)^2 = r^2

Theorems

Equation of a Circle Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12