What is the polar form of (10,10)?

1 Answer
Feb 20, 2016

Use the following formulas:

r=x2+y2

θ=tan1(yx)

Explanation:

The rectangular coordinate (10,10) lies in quadrant I. So, θ must fall between 0 and 90 degrees

First, solve for r:

r=x2+y2=102+102=2×100=102

Now, find θ ...

θ=tan1(yx)=tan1(1010)=tan1(1)=45o or π4

Polar Form : (r,θ)=(102,π4)

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