Math Problem Statement

Emily is preparing for an upcoming event where she will be using props designed by someone else. She needs to find the exact calculations for an angle that has been given in radians so that she can ensure that the props are set up correctly. The angle in question is π3π3 radians. Emily specifically needs to know the exact value of the sine of this angle.    

Find the exact value of sin(π/3). 

Solution

To find the exact value of sin(π3)\sin\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right), we can refer to the unit circle or use trigonometric identities.

The angle π3\frac{\pi}{3} radians corresponds to 60° in degrees.

The sine of 6060^\circ or π3\frac{\pi}{3} radians is a well-known value:

sin(π3)=32\sin\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}

Thus, the exact value of sin(π3)\sin\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right) is 32\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}.

Would you like more details on how this result is derived or have any questions?


Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the cosine of π3\frac{\pi}{3}?
  2. How can you derive trigonometric values for standard angles?
  3. What is the unit circle, and how is it used in trigonometry?
  4. How does sin(π3)\sin\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right) compare with sin(π6)\sin\left(\frac{\pi}{6}\right)?
  5. What is the value of tan(π3)\tan\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right)?

Tip: Knowing the sine, cosine, and tangent values of key angles (like 3030^\circ, 4545^\circ, and 6060^\circ) helps in solving many trigonometric problems quickly!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Radians
Unit Circle

Formulas

sin(θ) for standard angles
Conversion between radians and degrees

Theorems

Sine function on the unit circle

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12