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Ch.12 - Parametric and Polar Curves
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Capitolo 12, Problema 12.2.77d

Explain why or why not Determine whether the following statements are true and give an explanation or counterexample.  


d. The point (3,π/2) lies on the graph of r=3 cos 2θ.  

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Recall that the graph is given in polar coordinates by the equation \(r = 3 \cos 2\theta\).
To check if the point \((3, \frac{\pi}{2})\) lies on the graph, substitute \(\theta = \frac{\pi}{2}\) into the equation to find the corresponding \(r\) value.
Calculate \(r\) by evaluating \(3 \cos \left( 2 \times \frac{\pi}{2} \right) = 3 \cos \pi\).
Recall that \(\cos \pi = -1\), so \(r = 3 \times (-1) = -3\).
Since the given point has \(r = 3\) but the equation yields \(r = -3\) at \(\theta = \frac{\pi}{2}\), the point \((3, \frac{\pi}{2})\) does not lie on the graph.

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Polar Coordinates

Polar coordinates represent points in the plane using a radius and an angle (r, θ), where r is the distance from the origin and θ is the angle from the positive x-axis. Understanding how to interpret and plot points in polar form is essential for analyzing whether a point lies on a given polar curve.
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Polar Equations and Graphs

A polar equation expresses the radius r as a function of the angle θ, such as r = 3 cos 2θ. To determine if a point lies on the graph, substitute the given θ into the equation and check if the resulting r matches the point's radius. This process verifies the point's membership on the curve.
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Trigonometric Function Evaluation

Evaluating trigonometric functions like cosine at specific angles is crucial for solving polar equations. For example, calculating cos(2θ) when θ = π/2 requires knowledge of angle doubling and cosine values, which helps determine the correct radius and verify if the point satisfies the equation.
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