LEARN NC

K–12 teaching and learning · from the UNC School of Education

Pre-Calculus

Goal 2: Algebra - The learner will use relations and functions to solve problems.

Objective 2.05. Use polar equations to model and solve problems.

  • Solve using graphs and algebraic properties.
  • Interpret the constants and coefficients in the context of the problem.

Additional related resources

We’re in the process of aligning our content for students to the Standard Course of Study. As we do, you’ll find it here.

General resources

Aligned lesson plans

Introduction to polar coordinates
The student will be introduced to the definition of polar coordinates, how to graph them, and how to compare them to rectangular coordinates.
Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Mathematics)
By vicky burlington.