Example 1

Sketch the curve given by the parametric equations x = t – 3 and y = 2t – 1 for –3 ≤ t ≤ 3.
1. Create a table of values for –3 ≤ t ≤ 3. 2. Plot the (x, y) coordinates and connect them in order to create a smooth curve. This applet is provided by Walch Education as supplemental material for their mathematics programs. Visit www.walch.com for more information.