Math Problem Statement

Find the amplitude, period, and horizontal shift of the function y = 4sin((3/4)x - (3π/16)) and graph one complete period.

Solution

Here's the graph of the function y=4sin(34x3π16)y = 4 \sin \left(\frac{3}{4}x - \frac{3\pi}{16}\right) over one complete period. It starts from a shift to the right by π4\frac{\pi}{4} and continues for 8π3\frac{8\pi}{3}, showing how the function progresses through its maximum, minimum, and back to the midpoint.

Would you like more details or do you have any questions about how these calculations were done or about the graph?

Further Exploration

  1. What is the significance of amplitude in real-world applications of sine waves?
  2. How does changing the coefficient BB affect the frequency of the sine wave?
  3. What is the effect of a horizontal shift on the phase of a wave in physics?
  4. Can you determine the vertical shift if the function was y=4sin(34x3π16)+Cy = 4 \sin\left(\frac{3}{4}x - \frac{3\pi}{16}\right) + C?
  5. How would the graph change if the function was y=4sin(34x3π16)y = -4 \sin\left(\frac{3}{4}x - \frac{3\pi}{16}\right)?

Tip: Always check the units of your x-axis when graphing trigonometric functions, especially if the context involves real-world measurements (like time or distance), to ensure accurate interpretation.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Amplitude
Period of Sine Function
Phase Shift

Formulas

Amplitude = |A|, where y = A sin(Bx - C)
Period = 2π / |B|
Horizontal shift = C / B

Theorems

Basic Trigonometric Identity for Sine Functions
Properties of Periodic Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12