Math Problem Statement
find sin of 7pi/6 using unit circle
Solution
To find using the unit circle, follow these steps:
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Identify the reference angle:
The angle is in radians. First, subtract (or ) from to find the reference angle: So, the reference angle is . -
Determine the quadrant:
The angle is slightly more than , placing it in the third quadrant. In the third quadrant, the sine function is negative. -
Find the sine of the reference angle:
The reference angle is , and from the unit circle, we know: -
Apply the sign based on the quadrant:
Since is negative in the third quadrant, the sine of is:
Final Answer:
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Here are five related questions:
- What is the cosine of ?
- How do you find the tangent of ?
- What is the sine of ?
- How do the coordinates of points on the unit circle relate to sine and cosine values?
- What is the general formula for sine in different quadrants?
Tip: In the unit circle, sine corresponds to the y-coordinate of the point on the circle.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Unit Circle
Sine Function
Reference Angles
Quadrants
Formulas
sin(θ) = y-coordinate of the point on the unit circle
Reference angle formula: θ - π (for third quadrant)
Theorems
Unit Circle Theorem
Sine Function Behavior in Different Quadrants
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12