x² + y² = r²: Challenge & Extension

Mathematics
Grade 6
15 questions
~30 mins
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A challenging worksheet exploring the equation x² + y² = r² for Grade 6 students, including practice, problem solving, real-world applications, and extensions.

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x² + y² = r²: Challenge & Extension

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Grade Grade 6
A

Fluency & Practice

Answer all questions. Show your working in the grid spaces provided.
1.
Given the circle equation x² + y² = 16, what is the radius of the circle?
[2 marks]
2.
Plot the circle described by x² + y² = 25 on the grid.
[3 marks]
3.
If a circle has equation x² + y² = 36, what are the coordinates of points on the circle at the top and bottom?
[2 marks]
4.
Construct a circle with radius 3 centered at (2, -1). Write its equation.
[3 marks]
B

Problem Solving & Reasoning

Answer all questions. Show detailed working where applicable.
1.
A circle passes through the points (0, 5), (0, -5), and (3, 0). Find the equation of the circle.
[4 marks]
2.
Explain why the equation x² + y² = 9 represents a circle with radius 3 centered at the origin.
[3 marks]
3.
A circle has a radius of 7 units. Write its equation assuming it is centered at the origin.
[2 marks]
4.
Determine whether the point (4, 3) lies on the circle x² + y² = 25.
[2 marks]
C

Real-world Applications

Answer all questions with detailed reasoning.
1.
A circular fountain has a radius of 4 meters. If the fountain is centered at point (10, 8), write its equation.
[3 marks]
2.
A drone flies around a circular path described by x² + y² = 36. If the drone starts at point (6, 0), what is its initial distance from the center?
[2 marks]
D

Challenge & Extension

Answer the most challenging questions. Show detailed solutions.
1.
Find the equation of a circle that passes through points (1, 4), (4, 1), and (5, 5).
[4 marks]
2.
A circle has an equation x² + y² + 6x - 8y + 9 = 0. Find its center and radius.
[4 marks]
E

Mixed Review & Error Analysis

Answer all questions carefully. Review common mistakes in your answers.
1.
Identify and correct the mistake in this circle equation: x² + y² = -25.
[2 marks]
2.
The equation x² + y² = 0 represents a circle. Is this true? Explain.
[3 marks]
3.
What is the mistake in assuming that x² + y² = 9 has solutions only when x and y are integers?
[2 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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