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Analytical Geometry

Analytical Geometry, also known as coordinate geometry, is a branch of mathematics that combines algebra and geometry to study geometric shapes using coordinate systems. It provides a method for describing and analyzing geometrical objects using numerical coordinates.

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1. Mathematical Discipline

In mathematics, analytical geometry is a discipline that deals with the study of geometric figures using algebraic principles and calculus. It involves the use of equations and coordinates to represent and analyze geometrical shapes.

Sample Sentence: The study of analytical geometry helps mathematicians understand the relationship between algebraic equations and geometric shapes.

2. Graphical Representation

Analytical geometry is a graphical representation of mathematical equations and relationships. It enables the visualization of functions and their graphs on a coordinate plane.

Sample Sentence: The analytical geometry plot of the equation y = 3x + 2 illustrates a straight line with a slope of 3 and y-intercept of 2.

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