Learn how to convert rectangular points to polar points

Learn how to convert rectangular points to polar points

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

Hard

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The video tutorial explains how to convert Cartesian coordinates to polar form, focusing on calculating the radius and angles. It covers the use of trigonometric functions to find angles and discusses the limitations of calculators in providing angle measures. The tutorial concludes with instructions on graphing polar coordinates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which quadrant is the point located when converting to polar form?

Fourth Quadrant

Second Quadrant

First Quadrant

Third Quadrant

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the formula used to calculate the radius (R) in polar coordinates?

R = x/y

R = x^2 - y^2

R = x + y

R = sqrt(x^2 + y^2)

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which trigonometric function is used to find the angle alpha in the triangle?

Sine

Cosine

Tangent

Cotangent

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the equivalent angle in degrees for -π/4 radians?

30 degrees

60 degrees

90 degrees

45 degrees

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final angle Theta in radians after conversion?

7π/4

5π/4

3π/4

π/2