SOLUTION: Center radius formula for the equation of a circle x^2+y^2+2x-10y-24=0 I am confused as to where to start. I would imagine that you have to get it into an equation form so yo

Question 159613: Center radius formula for the equation of a circle
x^2+y^2+2x-10y-24=0
I am confused as to where to start. I would imagine that you have to get it into an equation form so you can factor it out.
I need the final
Center Radius:
Center:
Radius:
thank you! :)
Answer by oscargut(2103) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

then
center = (-1,5)
radius =

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