Chapter 1
Parametric Equations and Polar Coordinates
1.1 Parametric Equations
Section Exercises
For the following exercises, sketch the curves below by eliminating the parameter t. Give
the orientation of the curve.
1.
Answer:
orientation: bottom to top
2.
Answer:
orientation: counterclockwise
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3.
Answer:
orientation: left to right
4.
Answer:
orientation: right to left
For the following exercises, eliminate the parameter and sketch the graphs.
5.
Answer:
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For the following exercises, use technology (CAS or calculator) to sketch the parametric
equations.
6. [T]
Answer:
7. [T]
Answer:
8. [T]
Answer: