R^2

Definition

In this context, r^2 refers to squaring the value of r. So if r=4cos(θ), then r^2=(4cos(θ))^2 = 16cos^2(θ).

Related terms

Power Rule:

The power rule states that when differentiating a variable raised to a constant power, you can bring down that power as a coefficient and reduce the exponent by 1.

Trigonometric Identity: A trigonometric identity relates one trigonometric function to another, often simplifying calculations or solving equations involving trigonometric functions.

Exponential Function:

An exponential function has the form f(x) = ab^(cx), where b is a positive constant greater than 1.