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
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Problem 66
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 61–66, use the method of adding y-coordinates to graph each function for 0 ≤ x ≤ 2π. y = cos x + sin 2x
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Trigonometric Functions
Trigonometric functions, such as sine and cosine, are fundamental periodic functions that describe relationships between angles and sides in right triangles. The cosine function, cos(x), represents the x-coordinate of a point on the unit circle, while the sine function, sin(x), represents the y-coordinate. Understanding these functions is essential for graphing and analyzing their combinations.
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Graphing Techniques
Graphing techniques involve plotting points on a coordinate system to visualize mathematical functions. For trigonometric functions, this includes identifying key points, such as intercepts, maxima, and minima, within a specified interval. In this case, the method of adding y-coordinates helps in determining the combined effect of cos(x) and sin(2x) on the overall graph.
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Periodicity and Amplitude
Periodicity refers to the repeating nature of trigonometric functions, where the sine and cosine functions have a period of 2π. The amplitude indicates the height of the wave from its midline, affecting the vertical stretch of the graph. Understanding these properties is crucial for accurately graphing the function y = cos(x) + sin(2x) over the interval from 0 to 2π.
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