Non Linear - Circles Flashcards
1
Q
What is the formula of a circle with centre at origin and radius r
A
x^2 + y^2 = r^2
2
Q
What is the general equation of a circle with centre (h,k) and radius r
A
(x-h)^2 + (y-k)^2 = r^2
3
Q
Are the sets of coordinates on, inside or outside the circle :
(x-h)^2 + (y-k)^2 = r^2
A
On
4
Q
Are the sets of coordinates on, inside or outside the circle :
(x-h)^2 + (y-k)^2 < r^2
A
Inside
5
Q
Are the sets of coordinates on, inside or outside the circle :
(x-h)^2 + (y-k)^2 > r^2
A
Outside
6
Q
What is the equation for the upper semi-circle
A
y = square root of (r^2 - x^2)
7
Q
What is the equation for the lower semi-circle
A
y= - square root of (r^2 - x^2)
8
Q
What does the r stand for in the semi-circle and circle equation
A
Radius