Question

Austin wants to sketch the graph of a circle represented by the given equation.

(x + 6)2 + (y + 2)2 = 16

Using complete sentences, describe the steps used to sketch the circle on a coordinate grid.

Answer 1

\( \color{Black}{\Rightarrow (x - h)^2 + (y - k)^2 = r^2 }\)

Answer 2

Compare this equation and find (h,k). That is the center.

Answer 3

soo -6, -2?