How to Graph Polar Equations

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Understand how polar equations work.

   Coordinates in polar equations are of the form (r,θ), where r represents radius and θ represents angle.
   
   This means you rotate θ radians around and go out r units.
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   Step 2: Make a table with values of the angle and radius.

   Take any random values of θ (around ten values would suffice) and calculate r against each of them using the relationship given between r and θ.
   
   This will help you plot them out on a graph easier, because you can just refer to a table instead of having to come up with coordinates in your head. , The LifeGuide Hub How to Plot Polar Coordinates will be helpful. ,
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   Step 3: Plot the various (r

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   Step 4: θ) points as found in the table.

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   Step 5: Join the plotted points with a smooth curve and you're done!

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