A circle is represented by the equation

MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · CBSE · Mathematics · Conic Sections · Conic Sections

Problem

A circle is represented by the equation (x−2)2+(y+3)2=25(x-2)^2 + (y+3)^2 = 25. Answer the following questions related to this circle. (i) Identify the centre and the radius of the circle. (ii) Without carrying out any numerical plotting, explain how the symmetry of a circle about its centre helps you decide which points are sufficient to obtain an accurate sketch. (iii) Describe, step by step, how you would sketch this circle on a pair of perpendicular axes and indicate the intercepts on the axes that you would label on your diagram.

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