Convert from polar coordinates to rectangular coordinates. (12, 30°)

Name: Convert from polar coordinates to rectangular coordinates. (12, 30°)
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We use the formula:

x = r*cos(theta)
y = r*sin(theta)

Substituting 12 for r and 30° for theta we get:

x = 12*cos(30°) ≈ 10.39
y = 12*sin(30°) = 6

So the rectangular coordinates are approximately (10.39, 6). This matches choice A.

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