SOLUTION: The parametric equations of a curve are x=1+2t and y=4+t^2. Find the Cartesian equation of the curve.

SOLUTION: The parametric equations of a curve are x=1+2t and y=4+t^2. Find the Cartesian equation of the curve.

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Question 437602: The parametric equations of a curve are x=1+2t and y=4+t^2. Find the Cartesian equation of the curve.
Answer by tinbar(133) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x=1+2t <==> t=(x-1)/2
then if y=4+t^2 <==> y=4+[(x-1)/2]^2 <==> y=[16+(x-1)^2]/4
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