Math Problem Statement
Find an angle θ with 0° < θ < 360° that has the same sine and cosine as 50°.
Solution
Let's solve the problem step by step:
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Find an angle with the same sine as :
- The sine function is positive in the first and second quadrants.
- The angle in the second quadrant that has the same sine as is given by: So, .
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Find an angle with the same cosine as :
- The cosine function is positive in the first and fourth quadrants.
- The angle in the fourth quadrant that has the same cosine as is given by: So, .
Final Answers:
- For the same sine as : .
- For the same cosine as : .
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- What are the general solutions for angles with the same sine or cosine in a full rotation?
- How does the unit circle help in determining angles with the same sine or cosine?
- What are the properties of sine and cosine functions in each quadrant?
- How are sine and cosine related to complementary angles?
- Can we determine these angles using radians instead of degrees?
Tip: Always remember the reference angle rules in trigonometry for determining equivalent angles in different quadrants!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Reference Angles
Sine and Cosine Properties
Formulas
Reference angle: θ = 180° - α (for sine in Quadrant II)
Reference angle: θ = 360° - α (for cosine in Quadrant IV)
Theorems
Properties of Sine: Sin(180° - θ) = Sin(θ)
Properties of Cosine: Cos(360° - θ) = Cos(θ)
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12