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The polar equation is \"\".

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(i)

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Test for Symmetry about \"\":

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Replace \"\" and simplify the equation.

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If the resulting equation is equal to the original equation then it is

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symmetry about \"\".

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\"\"

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The polar equation is symmetric with respect to \"\".

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\"\"

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(ii)

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Test for Symmetry about polar-axis:

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Replace \"\" and simplify the equation.

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If the resulting equation is equal to the original equation then it is

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symmetry about polar axis.

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\"\"

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The polar equation is symmetric with respect to polar axis.

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\"\"

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(iii)

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Test for Symmetry about pole:

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Replace \"\" and simplify the equation.

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If the resulting equation is equal to the original equation then it is

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symmetry about pole.

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\"\"

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The polar equation is symmetric with respect to pole.

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\"\"

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The polar equation is \"\" is symmetric with respect to \"\",

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polar axis and pole.