Calculus 8th Edition

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ISBN 10: 1285740629
ISBN 13: 978-1-28574-062-1

Chapter 13 - Vector Functions - 13.1 Vector Functions and Space Curves - 13.1 Exercises - Page 894: 10

Answer

The curve is an Helix winding around the \(y\)-axis.

Work Step by Step

\[ x(t)=\sin(\pi t) \\ y(t)=\cos(\pi t) \] Describe an circle oriented on the \(xy\)-plane. When we set \(y(t)=t\) it becomes an Helix that goes towards the \(y\)-axis.
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