Math Problem Statement

Transform the polar equation to an equation in rectangular coordinates. Then identify and graph the equation. r sin θ = 3.

Solution

The given equation is in polar form:

rsinθ=3r \sin \theta = 3

We want to convert it into rectangular coordinates. The conversion formulas from polar to rectangular coordinates are:

x=rcosθandy=rsinθx = r \cos \theta \quad \text{and} \quad y = r \sin \theta

Since the equation contains rsinθr \sin \theta, we can directly substitute yy for rsinθr \sin \theta:

y=3y = 3

Thus, the equation in rectangular coordinates is:

y=3y = 3

This represents a horizontal line at y=3y = 3 in the Cartesian plane.

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Here are 5 follow-up questions you might explore:

  1. What are the conversions for rcosθr \cos \theta and r2r^2 in rectangular coordinates?
  2. How would you convert the equation r=2sinθr = 2 \sin \theta into rectangular coordinates?
  3. Can a polar equation result in a vertical line in rectangular form?
  4. What is the general process for converting a polar equation of the form r=f(θ)r = f(\theta) to rectangular coordinates?
  5. How would you solve rcosθ=2r \cos \theta = 2 in rectangular coordinates?

Tip:

When converting polar equations to rectangular coordinates, always look for recognizable components like rsinθr \sin \theta, rcosθr \cos \theta, or r2r^2 to simplify the process.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Polar Coordinates
Rectangular Coordinates
Coordinate Transformation

Formulas

x = r cos θ
y = r sin θ
r^2 = x^2 + y^2

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12