Question

Find the equation of the circle with radius 3 and center (6,-2)

Answer 1

(x - 6)² + (y + 2)² = 9

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Calculus

Equation of a Circle: (x - h)² + (y - k)² = r²

• (h, k) is the center
• r is the radius

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

Center (6, -2)

Radius r = 3

Step 2: Write equation

1. Substitute: (x - 6)² + (y + 2)² = 3²
2. Evaluate: (x - 6)² + (y + 2)² = 9