Overview
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Explore the concept of polar coordinates in this comprehensive 38-minute lecture, learning how to plot them and understanding their significance in mathematics. Delve into the fundamentals, practice with examples, and discover how to work with negative values. Gain insights into the relationship between rectangular and polar coordinate systems, and reinforce your understanding through practical exercises. This educational video, part of a precalculus and trigonometry series, provides a solid foundation for students looking to expand their mathematical knowledge beyond traditional Cartesian coordinates.
Syllabus
Intro
What are polar coordinates
Practice
Negatives
How they work
Rectangular polar coordinates
Practice questions
Taught by
Professor Leonard