This math topic focuses on graphing circles by deriving the equation of a circle using its center coordinates and radius. It is part of a broader unit on graphing circles, targeting fundamental skills in understanding and applying the standard formula for a circle in a coordinate plane. This specific skill development supports students in building competency in both analytical and geometric interpretations, vital for further studies in geometry and algebraic application within coordinate systems.

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Graphing Circles - Center Coordinate and Radius to Equation Worksheet

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Graphing Circles - Center Coordinate and Radius to Equation
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A LaTex expression showing C=(-2,-1)\\r=2
Which equation would have this center coordinate and radius?
a A LaTex expression showing (x+2) to the power of 2 + (y+1) to the power of 2 = 2 to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing (x-2) to the power of 2 + (y+1) to the power of 2 = 2 to the power of 2
2
A LaTex expression showing C=(-5,3)\\r=4
Which equation would have this center coordinate and radius?
a A LaTex expression showing (x+5) to the power of 2 + (y-3) to the power of 2 = 4 to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing (x+5) to the power of 2 + (y+3) to the power of 2 = 4 to the power of 2
3
A LaTex expression showing C=(-1,1)\\r=4
Which equation would have this center coordinate and radius?
a A LaTex expression showing (x-1) to the power of 2 + (y+1) to the power of 2 = 4 to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing (x+1) to the power of 2 + (y-1) to the power of 2 = 4 to the power of 2
4
A LaTex expression showing C=(2,-5)\\r=1
Which equation would have this center coordinate and radius?
a A LaTex expression showing (x-2) to the power of 2 + (y+5) to the power of 2 = 1 to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing (x-2) to the power of 2 + (y-5) to the power of 2 = 1 to the power of 2
5
A LaTex expression showing C=(-6,5)\\r=3
Which equation would have this center coordinate and radius?
a A LaTex expression showing (x+6) to the power of 2 + (y-5) to the power of 2 = 3 to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing (x-6) to the power of 2 + (y+5) to the power of 2 = 3 to the power of 2
6
A LaTex expression showing C=(-3,-6)\\r=2
Which equation would have this center coordinate and radius?
a A LaTex expression showing (x+3) to the power of 2 + (y+6) to the power of 2 = 2 to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing (x-3) to the power of 2 + (y-6) to the power of 2 = 2 to the power of 2
7
A LaTex expression showing C=(3,4)\\r=2
Which equation would have this center coordinate and radius?
a A LaTex expression showing (x-3) to the power of 2 + (y-4) to the power of 2 = 2 to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing (x-3) to the power of 2 + (y+4) to the power of 2 = 2 to the power of 2
8
A LaTex expression showing C=(5,-6)\\r=4
Which equation would have this center coordinate and radius?
a A LaTex expression showing (x+5) to the power of 2 + (y-6) to the power of 2 = 4 to the power of 2
b A LaTex expression showing (x-5) to the power of 2 + (y+6) to the power of 2 = 4 to the power of 2