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Need help ASAP I tried to do the problem but I don't know how

Need help ASAP I tried to do the problem but I don't know how-example-1

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Answer:

see below

Explanation:

(a) the graph is symmetrical about the horizontal axis. It has a maximum value of r = 3 at θ = π.

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(b) The graph is symmetrical about both the horizontal and the vertical axis. It has a maximum value of r = 1 at θ = 0 and θ = π. (Note this curve has subtle differences from the inner loop of the above curve.)

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About how

As with any graphing problem, when doing it by hand, one chooses enough points to give the general shape of the curve. In some cases, quite a few points may be required. It is often helpful to use a spreadsheet for calculating the point values. Here, we've graphed the equations using "technology"--a graphing calculator.

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