Outcomes
In this lesson you will
- Explore what transformations are necessary to change the equation of circle into the equation of an ellipse.
- Use the transformational form of the equation to sketch the graph of an ellipse.
- Be introduced to terminology associated with an ellipse, e.g. major and minor axes.
By the end of this section you should be able to:
- Analyze and translate between symbolic, graphic, and written representations of circles and ellipses.
- Translate between different forms of equations of circles and ellipses.
- Write proofs using various axiomatic systems and assess the validity of deductive arguments.
- Write the equations of circles and ellipses in transformational form and as mapping rules to visualize and sketch graphs.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the transformational relationship between a circle and an ellipse.
- Apply properties of circles.
- Solve problems involving the equations and characteristics of circles and ellipses.
Prerequisites
To be successful in this lesson, it would be helpful to know the following:
- How to rewrite equations in transformational form.
- How to use the transformational form to sketch graphs.