For each of the described curves, decide if the curve would be more easily given by a polar...

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For each of the described curves, decide if the curve would be more easily given by a polar equation or a Cartesian equation. Then write an equation for the curve.

(a) A circle with radius {eq}5 {/eq} and center {eq}(2,\ 3) {/eq}.

(b) A circle centered at the origin with radius {eq}4 {/eq}.

Circle:

The standard equation of a circle in the polar form with the center at origin and radius as {eq}b {/eq} units is {eq}r=b {/eq}.

On the other hand, the standard equation of a circle with center at the origin and radius as {eq}a {/eq} units is {eq}x^2+y^2=a^2. {/eq}

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(a) A circle with radius {eq}5 {/eq} and center {eq}(2,\ 3) {/eq}.

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