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
6. Trigonometric Identities and More Equations
Sum and Difference Identities
6:52 minutes
Problem 38c
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 35–38, find the exact value of the following under the given conditions: d. sin 2α 1 3𝝅 1 3𝝅 sin α =﹣ ------ , 𝝅 < α < ------- , and cos β =﹣------ , 𝝅 < β < ---------. 3 2 3 2
Verified Solution
This video solution was recommended by our tutors as helpful for the problem above
Video duration:
6mPlay a video:
Was this helpful?
Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Double Angle Formula for Sine
The double angle formula for sine states that sin(2α) = 2sin(α)cos(α). This formula allows us to express the sine of double an angle in terms of the sine and cosine of the original angle. Understanding this formula is crucial for solving problems involving sin 2α, especially when specific values for sin α and cos α are provided.
Recommended video:
05:06
Double Angle Identities
Quadrants and Angle Restrictions
In trigonometry, the quadrant in which an angle lies affects the signs of its sine and cosine values. The given conditions specify that α and β are in certain ranges, which indicates their respective quadrants. For example, if π < α < 3π/2, α is in the third quadrant where sine is negative and cosine is also negative, impacting the calculations of sin 2α.
Recommended video:
6:36
Quadratic Formula
Exact Values of Trigonometric Functions
Exact values of trigonometric functions are derived from known angles, such as 0, π/6, π/4, π/3, and π/2. In this problem, we need to find the exact values of sin α and cos β based on the provided conditions. Recognizing these values and how to manipulate them is essential for accurately calculating sin 2α.
Recommended video:
6:04
Introduction to Trigonometric Functions
Watch next
Master Sum and Difference of Sine & Cosine with a bite sized video explanation from Callie Rethman
Start learningRelated Videos
Related Practice