What is a unique feature of parametric curves compared to Cartesian curves?

Parametric Curves and Their Properties

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
They have a fixed length.
They are always linear.
They have a direction or flow.
They are always circular.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When sketching parametric curves, what is a simple method to start with?
Finding and plotting points.
Calculating the area under the curve.
Finding the derivative.
Using a calculator.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of eliminating the parameter in parametric equations?
To find the maximum value.
To make it a linear equation.
To convert it into a Cartesian equation.
To simplify the equation.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the example of eliminating the parameter, what shape does the resulting Cartesian equation represent?
A circle
A parabola
A hyperbola
An ellipse
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one reason for parameterizing a curve?
To add a direction or flow to the curve.
To reduce its complexity.
To make it a straight line.
To make it a quadratic equation.
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