What is the definition of a circle

What is the definition of a circle

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial introduces the concept of a circle, comparing it to a parabola. It explains that a parabola is a set of points equidistant from a focus and a directrix. The focus then shifts to circles, defining them as a set of points equidistant from a center point. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the definition and properties of circles, encouraging students to write down the definitions for better comprehension.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the definition of a parabola?

A set of points equidistant from a focus and a directrix

A set of points equidistant from a center

A set of points equidistant from a vertex

A set of points forming a straight line

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the central point of a circle called?

Directrix

Focus

Center

Vertex

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is a circle defined in terms of its points?

A set of points equidistant from a line

A set of points forming a triangle

A set of points equidistant from a central point

A set of points forming a square

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'equidistant' mean in the context of a circle?

Equal distance from a focus

Equal distance from a vertex

Equal distance from a point

Equal distance from a line

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is true about all points on a circle?

They are equidistant from a focus

They are equidistant from a directrix

They are equidistant from a vertex

They are equidistant from the center