Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Circle Equation
The equation (x - h)² + (y - k)² = r² represents a circle with center at the point (h, k) and radius r. In this case, the equation (x - 3)² + (y - 2)² = 25 indicates a circle centered at (3, 2) with a radius of 5, since the square root of 25 is 5.
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Graphing Circles
To graph a circle, one must identify its center and radius from the standard form of the equation. The center is plotted first, followed by marking points that are a distance equal to the radius in all directions from the center, creating a circular shape. Understanding this process is crucial for matching the equation to its corresponding graph.
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Coordinate Plane
The coordinate plane consists of two perpendicular axes: the x-axis (horizontal) and the y-axis (vertical). Each point on the plane is defined by an ordered pair (x, y). Familiarity with plotting points and interpreting their positions relative to the axes is essential for accurately matching equations to their graphical representations.
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