Math Problem Statement
find all x values on the graph of f(x) = x-2cos(x) where the tangent line has slope 1
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Calculus
Differentiation
Trigonometry
Formulas
Derivative of f(x) = x - 2cos(x) → f'(x) = 1 + 2sin(x)
Solving sin(x) = 0 → x = nπ where n ∈ ℤ
Theorems
Derivative gives the slope of the tangent line
Periodic property of sine function
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12 / College Calculus 1