Math Problem Statement

Find the exact value of the following expression: sin(π/2).

Solution

The problem you're working on asks for the exact value of the expression:

sin(π2)\sin\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right)

The sine function, sin(θ)\sin(\theta), relates to the unit circle. For θ=π2\theta = \frac{\pi}{2}, we are at the point (0,1)(0, 1) on the unit circle.

So, the value of sin(π2)\sin\left(\frac{\pi}{2}\right) is:

1\boxed{1}

This is because the sine of an angle in the unit circle corresponds to the y-coordinate, and at π2\frac{\pi}{2}, the y-coordinate is 1.

Would you like a more detailed explanation of this concept? Here are 5 related questions to deepen your understanding:

  1. What is the value of sin(0)\sin(0)?
  2. How do the values of sine change as the angle increases from 00 to π\pi?
  3. What is the cosine of π2\frac{\pi}{2}?
  4. Can you explain the unit circle and how trigonometric functions are derived from it?
  5. How can you find the sine of angles greater than 2π2\pi?

Tip: The sine function is periodic, repeating every 2π2\pi, so you can use it to calculate sine values for any angle, positive or negative!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Unit Circle
Sine Function

Formulas

sin(θ)
sin(π/2) = 1

Theorems

Unit Circle Theorem
Sine Function Periodicity

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12