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
5. Inverse Trigonometric Functions and Basic Trigonometric Equations
Inverse Sine, Cosine, & Tangent
Problem 6.33c
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionEvaluate each expression without using a calculator.
tan (arcsin (3/5) + arccos (5/7))
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Inverse trigonometric functions, such as arcsin and arccos, are used to find angles when given a ratio of sides in a right triangle. For example, arcsin(3/5) gives the angle whose sine is 3/5, while arccos(5/7) gives the angle whose cosine is 5/7. Understanding these functions is crucial for evaluating expressions involving angles derived from trigonometric ratios.
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Sum of Angles Formula
The sum of angles formula for tangent states that tan(A + B) = (tan A + tan B) / (1 - tan A * tan B). This formula allows us to evaluate the tangent of the sum of two angles, which is essential for solving the given expression. Knowing how to apply this formula is key to simplifying the expression involving arcsin and arccos.
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Pythagorean Identity
The Pythagorean identity states that for any angle θ, sin²(θ) + cos²(θ) = 1. This identity is useful for finding the sine and cosine values of angles derived from inverse trigonometric functions. In the context of the problem, it helps to determine the tangent values needed to apply the sum of angles formula effectively.
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