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Eliminate s, retaining the excluded point.

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T04高二理組數學思維本(2026).pdf · V. Parametric equations (PDF27–29) · PDF 27 / printed page 26

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TOPIC 01

Parametric curves and preserved domains

Eliminate parameters while retaining ranges, missing points and the geometry of the locus.

What you will be able to explain

  • Eliminate parameters while retaining ranges, missing points and the geometry of the locus.
  • Justify the method and check the conditions in a new situation.

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01 / Standard#Your turn

Eliminate s, retaining the excluded point.

x=1/s,y=9/s,s≠0x=1/s,\quad y=9/s,\quad s\ne0
  • An eliminated equation may contain extra points; retain every restriction implied by the parameter domain.
Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1
Write the defining equation, retain exclusions, and then solve or compare.
Hint 2
x=1/s cannot equal zero.
Worked solution
  1. Write the defining equation, retain exclusions, and then solve or compare.

  2. Apply the stated relation and retain its conditions.

    y=9xy=9x
  3. The origin satisfies the line equation but is never reached by this parametrisation.

The requested relation or conclusion is shown below.

y=9x,x≠0y=9x,\quad x\ne0

Checks and common pitfalls: The origin satisfies the line equation but is never reached by this parametrisation.

Reasoning checklist · self / teacher assessment
  • State a valid definition or model and its assumptions.
  • Show the intermediate mathematical relations, not only the final claim.
  • Check exclusions, units or the interpretation of the result.

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Teacher preparation and assessment

Question sequence

  • Eliminate parameters while retaining ranges, missing points and the geometry of the locus.
  • Which condition is essential in parametric curves and preserved domains?
  • Do x=s²,y=s⁴ and x=s,y=s² trace the same set?

Board plan

  • Model or definition: Eliminate parameters while retaining ranges, missing points and the geometry of the locus.
    x=f(s),y=g(s)x=f(s),\quad y=g(s)
  • Conditions: An eliminated equation may contain extra points; retain every restriction implied by the parameter domain.

Anticipated thinking

  • The same Cartesian equation does not always define the same parametric locus.

Assessment checklist

  • 1 mark: choose the correct representation and conditions.
  • 1 mark: establish the intermediate relation.
  • 1 mark: complete a connected calculation or proof.
  • 1 mark: interpret and check the conclusion.

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