Parametric Equations, Polar Coordinates, and Vector–Valued Functions (BC Only)
If the parametric equations and define a curve, and ranges from 0 to , how does multiplying by 4 affect the length of the arc?
The arc length will decrease due to the compression on the x-axis.
The arc length will increase but not quadruple.
The arc length will remain unchanged.
The arc length will be multiplied by 4.
Consider the polar equation . What is the arc length of the curve between and ?
Given the infinite series , which test provides a conclusive result about its convergence?
Ratio Test
Integral Test
Root Test
Alternating Series Test
In terms of parametric equations, what does "" typically represent when finding arc lengths on an interval from to ?
The maximum value reached by parameter
The starting value for parameter
The rate at which parameter changes
The ending value for parameter
During interval , if spiral and parametrics overlap once, how many full revolutions does each complete before meeting? (Assume ).
Circle undergoes numerous cycles compared to two single spiral turns pre-intersection caused by greater perimeter relation versus expanding radius effectivity delaying convergence until later rounds.
They meet after both complete exact one revolution since spiral's growth rate guarantees intersection within single consistent cycle per definition.
They don't overlap until after second revolution because radial expansion outpaces angular progression thereby requiring additional rotation before intersecting.
Spiral completes more rotations due to relative proportional growth rates whereas circular motion remains constant throughout allowing several encounters beforehand.
For the equation , what is the arc length of the curve between and ?
2 + 2\sqrt{2}
1 + \sqrt{2}
2 + \sqrt{2}
3 + 2\sqrt{2}
What is the formula to find arc length for a parametric equation?

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What must be true about a function described by parametric equations before using them to determine arc length?
Both functions must be continuous on [a,b]
If the parametric equations and describe a curve for , what is the length of the curve from to ?
To compute arc length using parametric equations, which derivative must you calculate?
Both and
Only
Neither derivative is necessary
Only