Graphing Polar Equations To graph polar equations we need to use a modified coordinate system that better suits the values we will be calculating

Graphing Polar Equations

To graph polar equations we need to use a modified coordinate system that better suits the values we will be calculating.


Lets begin with a normal x , y axis


Lets begin with a normal x , y axis

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Some polar equations when graphed have symmetry about the x axis, y axis, or origin.



Use this chart to help determine if a polar graph will have symmetry…











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To finish the graph using symmetry , we simply reflect the graph about the x – axis


As you can see, graphs of polar equations create some very unique shapes.Here is a guide to help you create these graphs…






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Graphing Polar Equations To graph polar equations we need to use a modified coordinate system that better suits the values we will be calculating