Math Problem Statement
suppose a point has polar coordinates (-3,5pi/6) find two additonal polar representatioons of the point
Solution
The given polar coordinates are . In polar coordinates, we have the radius and the angle , and the point can be represented in multiple ways.
To find two additional representations:
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Adjust the angle by (adding or subtracting full rotations):
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The polar coordinates are periodic with a period of , so we can add or subtract multiples of to to find equivalent points.
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If we add to , we get:
So, one representation is:
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Change the sign of and adjust by :
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If we negate , we reverse the direction of the point, but we need to adjust the angle by adding to account for the change in direction. This will give another valid representation.
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If we change to , then we add to the angle :
So, another representation is:
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Final Answer:
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Related Questions:
- How do you convert between rectangular and polar coordinates?
- How does changing the angle affect the location of a point in polar coordinates?
- What are the general rules for finding equivalent polar coordinates?
- What is the significance of negative in polar coordinates?
- How do you handle angles outside the typical range of ?
Tip: When working with polar coordinates, always remember that adding or subtracting it from the angle results in an equivalent point, but you must consider the sign of when adjusting the angle!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Polar Coordinates
Trigonometry
Coordinate Geometry
Formulas
Polar coordinates conversion
Periodic nature of polar coordinates
Theorems
Properties of polar coordinates (periodicity and sign inversion)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12