Math Problem Statement

if x=costheta then was is sintheta in terms of x?

Solution

Given that x=cos(θ)x = \cos(\theta), we want to express sin(θ)\sin(\theta) in terms of xx.

We can use the Pythagorean identity:

sin2(θ)+cos2(θ)=1\sin^2(\theta) + \cos^2(\theta) = 1

Substituting cos(θ)=x\cos(\theta) = x into the identity:

sin2(θ)+x2=1\sin^2(\theta) + x^2 = 1

Now, solve for sin2(θ)\sin^2(\theta):

sin2(θ)=1x2\sin^2(\theta) = 1 - x^2

Taking the square root of both sides:

sin(θ)=±1x2\sin(\theta) = \pm \sqrt{1 - x^2}

Therefore, sin(θ)\sin(\theta) in terms of xx is:

sin(θ)=±1x2\sin(\theta) = \pm \sqrt{1 - x^2}

The ±\pm sign depends on the quadrant in which the angle θ\theta is located.

Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might consider:

  1. What is tan(θ)\tan(\theta) in terms of xx?
  2. How do you determine the correct sign for sin(θ)\sin(\theta)?
  3. What is sin(2θ)\sin(2\theta) in terms of xx?
  4. Can you express θ\theta in terms of xx?
  5. How would you solve for θ\theta given a specific value of xx?

Tip: Remember that the sign of sin(θ)\sin(\theta) depends on the angle's quadrant in the unit circle.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Pythagorean identity

Formulas

Pythagorean identity: sin^2(theta) + cos^2(theta) = 1

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12