The Graph of a Limacon Curve Is Given $[ - 5,5 ]$

question 241

Multiple Choice

The graph of a limacon curve is given. Without using your graphing calculator, determine which equation is correct for
the graph.
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$[ - 5,5 ]$ by $[ - 5,5 ]$

• A) \(r = 2 + 2 \cos \theta\)
• B) \(r = 3 + 2 \cos \theta\)
• C) \(r = 4 + \cos \theta\)
• D) \(r = 2 + 3 \cos \theta\)

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