Find a Polar Equation of the Conic with the Given $r = \frac { 2 } { 1 - 2 \sin \theta }$

question 48

Multiple Choice

Find a polar equation of the conic with the given characteristics and with one focus at the pole.

• A) \(r = \frac { 2 } { 1 - 2 \sin \theta }\)
• B) \(r = \frac { 2 } { 1 + 2 \sin \theta }\)
• C) \(r = \frac { 2 } { 1 + 2 \cos \theta }\)
• D) \(r = \frac { 2 } { 1 - 2 \cos \theta }\)
• E) \(r = \frac { 2 } { 1 + 1 \cos \theta }\)

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Definitions:

Regio-

A prefix used in chemistry to describe the region or orientation of a reaction or the specific location of an atom or group within a molecule.

Mixed Halogen

Refers to a molecule that contains two or more different types of halogen atoms, such as chlorine, bromine, or fluorine.

Polarized

Referring to light or electromagnetic radiation that oscillates in a specific direction or plane.

Mechanism

The detailed step-by-step description of how a chemical reaction occurs, including the breaking and formation of bonds.