Draw diagrams representing Locus

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In summary, the conversation is about drawing diagrams to represent the locus in different situations. The first situation is going down an escalator, which can be represented by a slanted line. The second situation is sitting on a rotating Ferris wheel, which can be represented by a circle. The third situation is all points that are 2 cm from a parabola, which would result in a parabola with points that are 2 cm above or below the original parabola. The final situation is all points that are 5 cm above a line, which would result in a straight line 5 cm above the original line. The purpose of drawing these diagrams is to help understand the concept of locus, which refers to the path or
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Draw the diagram that represents the locus in each of the following situations. What is the locus of each?

Going down an escalator

Sitting in a seat on a Ferris wheel as it rotates.

All the points that are 2 cm from a parabola.

All the points that are 5 cm above a line.

I don't have a clue as to how drawing these diagrams will help me represent a locus I don't understand the question do I need to point out the locus in the diagram? Will there be an equation what do I have to do please help me :cry:
 
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Use your imagination! Imagine yourself going down an escalator or around on a ferris wheel. What does your path look like? That's what "locus" means.
 
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I can draw the diagrams but I don't know what the locus is in each diagram

ok ...

a) down an escalator a slanted line?

b)A circle?

c)Still a parabola but each point moves 2 cm up or down

d) still a straight line 5 cm above original line

I have written this but how do I show this is this what the question is asking?
 

1. What is a locus?

A locus is a set of points that satisfy a specific condition or set of conditions. It can also be described as the path traced by a moving point that satisfies a certain condition.

2. Why do we use diagrams to represent locus?

Diagrams are a visual representation that helps us better understand and visualize the concept of locus. They allow us to see the relationship between the points and the condition they satisfy.

3. What are the different types of locus diagrams?

There are three main types of locus diagrams: geometric, algebraic, and parametric. Geometric diagrams use lines, curves, and shapes to represent the locus, while algebraic diagrams use equations and formulas. Parametric diagrams use a set of equations to describe the locus.

4. How do we construct a locus diagram?

To construct a locus diagram, we first identify the condition that the points must satisfy. Then, we use geometric tools such as a compass, ruler, or protractor to draw the locus on a coordinate plane. Alternatively, we can use equations or parametric equations to plot the locus on a graph.

5. What are some real-life applications of locus diagrams?

Locus diagrams are used in various fields such as engineering, architecture, and physics. They can be used to represent the path of a moving object, the trajectory of a projectile, or the locus of points that satisfy a certain condition in a geometric design.

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