How to find rectangular coordinates?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking for the method to convert or find rectangular coordinates, which typically involves converting from polar coordinates to rectangular coordinates using the formulas x = r * cos(θ) and y = r * sin(θ).
Answer
Use x = r * cos(θ) and y = r * sin(θ).
To convert polar coordinates to rectangular coordinates, use the formulas x = r * cos(θ) and y = r * sin(θ).
Answer for screen readers
To convert polar coordinates to rectangular coordinates, use the formulas x = r * cos(θ) and y = r * sin(θ).
More Information
Polar coordinates are useful in scenarios where relationships are naturally circular or periodic.
Tips
Ensure your calculator is set to the correct mode (degrees or radians) that matches θ.
Sources
- How to: Given polar coordinates, convert to rectangular coordinates - math.libretexts.org
- Converting Polar Coordinates to Rectangular Coordinates - Study.com - study.com
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