Precalculus: Concepts Through Functions, A Unit Circle Approach to Trigonometry (3rd Edition)

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Chapter 8 - Polar Coordinates; Vectors - Section 8.2 Polar Equations and Graphs - 8.2 Assess Your Understanding - Page 606: 17

Answer

$y=4$ a horizontal line 4 units above the polar axis. See graph.

Work Step by Step

1. Use the formula $r\ sin\theta=y$, we have $r\ sin\theta=4\rightarrow y=4$ 2. We can identify the above equation as a horizontal line 4 units above the polar axis. 3. See graph.
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