Question

Write the equation of the circle with center (-2, -5) and containing the point (-10, -20). Use the ^ key for the exponents. Write your answer as the example: (x+7)^2+(y-8)^2=100

Answer 1

Start by finding the distance between the 2 points: (-2, -5) and (-10, -20). This will give you the radius.

Answer 2

here you have two points (-2, -5) and (-10,-20)
first find the distance between these points to find the radius
then use standard circle equation

Answer 3

(x+2)^2+(y+5)^2=17^2 would be your solution.

Answer 4

follow @zordoloom

Answer 5

so basically whenever i get a problem like this i need to find the distant between the two points

Answer 6

You are given the center point which was (-2, -5). The question also stated that you want it to cross through a specific point being (-10, -20). Therefore, you need to find the distance between the center and where the circle will cross.