For each of the described curves, decide if the curve would be more easily given by a polar equation or a Cartesian equation. Then write an equation for the curve. (a) A circle with radius 4 and center (3, 3). (b) A circle centered at the origin with radius 2.

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For each of the described curves, decide if the curve would be more easily given by a polar equation or a Cartesian equation. Then write an equation for the curve.
(a) A circle with radius 4 and center (3, 3).

(b) A circle centered at the origin with radius 2.

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