Parametric Curve
Definition
A parametric curve is a set of equations that describe the coordinates of points on a curve in terms of one or more parameters. These equations allow us to represent curves that cannot be easily expressed as functions.
Related terms
Parameter: A parameter is an independent variable used in parametric equations to describe the coordinates of points on a curve.
Parametric Equations: Parametric equations are mathematical expressions that define the relationship between the parameters and the coordinates of points on a curve.
Parametric Representation: Parametric representation refers to expressing curves using parametric equations instead of traditional function notation.
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AP Calculus AB/BC - 9.1 Defining and Differentiating Parametric Equations
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