Math Problem Statement
Use the definition or identities to find the exact value of each of the remaining five trigonometric functions of the acute angle theta. secant theta equals 7 Question content area bottom Part 1 sine theta equals
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Solution
To find the remaining trigonometric functions for , given that , we can start by using the definition of the secant function and then use the Pythagorean identity to find .
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Start with the given information: Since , we have:
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Use the Pythagorean identity to find : The Pythagorean identity states: Substitute : Subtract from both sides: Now, take the square root of both sides (since is acute, is positive):
Thus, the exact value of is:
Would you like me to find the other trigonometric functions? Let me know if you have questions.
Here are 5 related questions to expand understanding:
- How do we find the value of using and ?
- How can we find given ?
- What is the geometric interpretation of secant, and how does it relate to cosine?
- How does knowing one trigonometric function help in finding all the others?
- Why is positive if is an acute angle?
Tip: Remember that each trigonometric function is interconnected; once you know one or two values, you can often use identities to find the rest!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Trigonometric Identities
Right Triangle Ratios
Formulas
sec(θ) = 1 / cos(θ)
sin²(θ) + cos²(θ) = 1 (Pythagorean Identity)
sin(θ) = opposite / hypotenuse
cos(θ) = adjacent / hypotenuse
tan(θ) = sin(θ) / cos(θ)
Theorems
Pythagorean Identity
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12