50. A circle of radius 2 and center (0, 0) can be parametrized by the equations x = 2 cos t and y = 2 sin t. Show that for any value of t, the line tangent to the circle at (2 cos t, 2 sin t) is perpendicular to the radius. See page 156. (2 cos t, 2 sin t)

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50. A circle of radius 2 and center (0, 0) can be parametrized by the
equations x = 2 cos t and y = 2 sin t. Show that for any value
of t, the line tangent to the circle at (2 cos t, 2 sin t) is
perpendicular to the radius. See page 156.
(2 cos t, 2 sin t)
Transcribed Image Text:50. A circle of radius 2 and center (0, 0) can be parametrized by the equations x = 2 cos t and y = 2 sin t. Show that for any value of t, the line tangent to the circle at (2 cos t, 2 sin t) is perpendicular to the radius. See page 156. (2 cos t, 2 sin t)
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