Sketch polar curve

Questions requiring a sketch of a curve given in polar form, often identifying symmetry lines, maximum r values, or tangent directions at the pole.

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AQA Further AS Paper 1 2022 June Q8
7 marks Standard +0.3
8 The curve \(C\) has the polar equation $$r = 4 - 2 \cos \theta \quad - \pi < \theta \leq \pi$$ 8
  1. Verify that the point with polar coordinates \(\left( 3 , \frac { \pi } { 3 } \right)\) lies on \(C\)
    8
  2. Find the exact polar coordinates of the point on \(C\) which is furthest from the pole, \(O\) [3 marks]
    8
  3. Find the exact Cartesian coordinates of the point on \(C\) where \(\theta\) is \(\frac { \pi } { 6 }\)