In the -plane, the graph of the given equation is a circle. If this circle is inscribed in a square, what is the perimeter of the square?
Explanation
Answer: C.
Explanation:1. Convert the equation of the circle to standard form by completing the square: The given equation is . Group x terms and y terms: Complete the square for x terms: . Take half of the coefficient of x () and square it (). Add to both sides. Complete the square for y terms: . Take half of the coefficient of y () and square it (). Add to both sides. Rewrite as squared binomials:
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Identify the radius of the circle: The standard form is . From our equation , we have . So, the radius .
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Relate the circle inscribed in a square to the square's dimensions: If a circle is inscribed in a square, the diameter of the circle is equal to the side length of the square. Diameter . So, the side length of the square (let's call it ) is .
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Calculate the perimeter of the square: The perimeter of a square is . Perimeter = .
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Check the solution with the options: The calculated perimeter is . This matches option [C].
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Conclusion: The perimeter of the square is .