IB skill practice

Analyse loci with vectors

Represent loci and constraints using vector methods.

Paper 1, Paper 2 5 marks Difficulty 4

Analyse loci with vectors - locus reading

A point \(R\) satisfies \(|\mathbf{r}-\mathbf{c}|=7\) where \(\mathbf{c}=(1,3)\). Enter the radius of the locus.

Worked practice: result and interpretation

Calculate the requested result first, then choose the interpretation that follows from it.