GENERAL EQUATION

OF A CIRCLE
OBJECTIVES:
• Find the general equation of a circle given a
center and radius.
• Appreciate the use of equation of a circle in
finding solutions to real-life problems and
decision making.
The general form of equation of the circle
whose center is (h,k) and radius r,

𝟐 𝟐
𝒙 + 𝒚 + 𝑫𝒙 + 𝑬𝒚 + 𝑭 =𝟎
where D= -2h, E=-2k,
F=
EXAMPLE 1:
•What is the general form of
equation of a circle with center
(2,5) and radius of 4 units?
EXAMPLE 2:
•What is the general form of
equation of a circle with center
(0,-2) and radius of 6 units?
EXAMPLE 3:
•What is the general form of
equation of a circle with center
(-3,5) and radius of units?
 ACTIVITY TIME!
• Find the general equation of the circle given its center
and radius.
1. center: (12,3), r=7
2. Center: (9,7), r =8
3. Center: (-3,-4), r=6
4. Center: (-2,7), r =
5. Center: (4,5), r =