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
3. Unit Circle
Reference Angles
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Problem 36
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionFind exact values of the six trigonometric functions of each angle. Rationalize denominators when applicable. See Examples 2, 3, and 5. -2205°
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Key Concepts
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Trigonometric Functions
The six trigonometric functions—sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant, secant, and cotangent—are fundamental in trigonometry. They relate the angles of a triangle to the ratios of its sides. Understanding these functions is essential for finding exact values for given angles, as they provide the necessary relationships to compute the values based on the angle's position on the unit circle.
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Unit Circle
The unit circle is a circle with a radius of one centered at the origin of a coordinate plane. It is a crucial tool in trigonometry, as it allows for the visualization of angles and the corresponding values of the trigonometric functions. By determining the coordinates of points on the unit circle, one can easily find the exact values of sine and cosine for any angle, including those greater than 360° or negative angles.
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Angle Reduction and Coterminal Angles
Angle reduction involves simplifying angles to find their equivalent values within a standard range, typically between 0° and 360°. Coterminal angles are angles that differ by full rotations (multiples of 360°). For example, to find the exact values of trigonometric functions for -2205°, one would first find a coterminal angle by adding or subtracting 360° until the angle falls within the standard range, making calculations more manageable.
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