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
Double Angle Identities
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Problem 8b
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 7–14, use the given information to find the exact value of each of the following: a. sin 2θ 12 sin θ = -------- , θ lies in quadrant II. 13
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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, denoted as sin(θ), is a fundamental trigonometric function that relates the angle θ to the ratio of the length of the opposite side to the hypotenuse in a right triangle. In the context of the unit circle, it represents the y-coordinate of a point on the circle corresponding to the angle θ. Understanding the sine function is crucial for solving problems involving angles and their trigonometric values.
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Double Angle Formula
The double angle formula for sine states that sin(2θ) = 2sin(θ)cos(θ). This formula allows us to find the sine of double an angle using the sine and cosine of the original angle. It is particularly useful in problems where the angle is doubled, and knowing how to apply this formula is essential for calculating exact values in trigonometric exercises.
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Quadrants and Angle Signs
The unit circle is divided into four quadrants, each affecting the signs of the trigonometric functions. In quadrant II, sine values are positive while cosine values are negative. Recognizing the quadrant in which an angle lies is vital for determining the correct signs of sine and cosine, which directly impacts the calculation of trigonometric values like sin(2θ).
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