A(n) ____ coordinate is given by stating the radius from the origin and the angle of rotation.
A) spherical
B) incremental
C) polar
D) Cartesian

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Polar coordinates consist of a radial coordinate (distance from the origin) and an angular coordinate (angle of rotation). This is used to represent points in a two-dimensional space. Spherical coordinates are used to represent points in a three-dimensional space and involve the use of radial, azimuthal, and polar angles. Incremental coordinates refer to a change in position from a starting point, and Cartesian coordinates use x, y, and z axes to represent points in a three-dimensional space. Therefore, the best choice for the given definition is polar coordinates.

A(n) ____ Coordinate Is Given by Stating the Radius from the Origin