How do you graph r = 4sin(theta)?

1 Answer

The graph belongs to the conic family called circle. Assign several values for theta then compute corresponding r then plot the graph

Explanation:

The given r=4sin theta is equivalent to

x^2+y^2=4y

and by completing the square

x^2+y^2-4y+4-4=0
(x-0)^2+(y-2)^2=4

also using the "center-radius form#

(x-h)^2+(y-k)^2=r^2
(x-0)^2+(y-2)^2=2^2
center (h, k)=(0, 2)

with radius r=2

now, you are ready to graph

kindly see the graph below
graph{x^2+y^2=4y[-10,10,-5,5]}

You may also use r=4 sin theta right away by assigning values for theta and noting all (r, theta) coordinates.

God bless you...