Thursday, May 24, 2007
Geometry (Class 81)
Overview
In today’s class we return to thinking about circles. In particular we figure out how to write the equation of a circle when we know the location of its center and its radius.
Textbook Sections
§10.6 (Txt. p.636) Equations of Circles
Key Attitudes
Mathematics is about looking for patterns.
Key Ideas
A point on a circle must be a fixed distance from the center of the circle.
The equation for a circle is an adaptation of the Pythagorean Theorem.
Key Skills
Writing the equation of a circle centered at the origin when given the radius of the circle.
Writing the equation for a circle that has been translated away from the origin.
Turn-In (#80)
Final Exam Review 1
Chapter 12- Making Cones
Handouts
Chapter 10-Lesson 6: Equations of Circles
Assignment
Final Review 2
Equations of Circles
Disclaimer- The assignment as stated in class is the official assignment. Every effort is made to keep this posting accurate, but you should refer to what was stated in class as the final word.
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