Table of contents
- 0. Review of College Algebra4h 43m
- 1. Measuring Angles39m
- 2. Trigonometric Functions on Right Triangles2h 5m
- 3. Unit Circle1h 19m
- 4. Graphing Trigonometric Functions1h 19m
- 5. Inverse Trigonometric Functions and Basic Trigonometric Equations1h 41m
- 6. Trigonometric Identities and More Equations2h 34m
- 7. Non-Right Triangles1h 38m
- 8. Vectors2h 25m
- 9. Polar Equations2h 5m
- 10. Parametric Equations1h 6m
- 11. Graphing Complex Numbers1h 7m
4. Graphing Trigonometric Functions
Graphs of the Sine and Cosine Functions
Problem 4.41b
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionGraph each function over a two-period interval.
y = sin (x + π/4)
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Sine Function
The sine function is a fundamental trigonometric function defined as the ratio of the length of the opposite side to the hypotenuse in a right triangle. It is periodic with a period of 2π, meaning it repeats its values every 2π units. The sine function oscillates between -1 and 1, making it essential for modeling wave-like phenomena.
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Phase Shift
Phase shift refers to the horizontal shift of a periodic function along the x-axis. In the function y = sin(x + π/4), the term π/4 indicates a leftward shift of the sine wave by π/4 units. Understanding phase shifts is crucial for accurately graphing trigonometric functions and analyzing their behavior.
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Graphing Trigonometric Functions
Graphing trigonometric functions involves plotting their values over a specified interval. For y = sin(x + π/4), one must consider the amplitude, period, and phase shift to create an accurate representation. Graphing over a two-period interval (0 to 4π) allows for a complete view of the function's oscillatory nature and helps in visualizing its transformations.
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