Solve the problem.
-If a circle of radius 5 is made to roll along the x-axis, what is the equation for the path of the center of the circle?
A) $y = 10$
B) $x = 5$
C) $y = 0$
D) $y = 5$

Question

Solve the problem.
-If a circle of radius 5 is made to roll along the x-axis, what is the equation for the path of the center of the circle? 
A) $y = 10$
B) $x = 5$
C) $y = 0$
D) $y = 5$

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The center of the circle remains at a constant height above the x-axis, equal to its radius, as the circle rolls along the x-axis. Therefore, the equation for the path of the center is $y = 5$.

Solve the Problem y=10y = 10y=10 B) x=5x = 5x=5 C) y=0y = 0y=0

Solve the Problem $y = 10$ B) $x = 5$ C) $y = 0$