Math Problem Statement

(5 - 2 sin ^ 2 theta cos ^ 2 theta) / sin ^ 2 theta cos ^ 2 theta

Solution

We are given the following expression:

52sin2θcos2θsin2θcos2θ\frac{5 - 2 \sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta}{\sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta}

Let's break it down step by step:

  1. Separate the terms in the numerator: The numerator has two terms, 55 and 2sin2θcos2θ-2 \sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta. We can split the fraction accordingly: 5sin2θcos2θ2sin2θcos2θsin2θcos2θ\frac{5}{\sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta} - \frac{2 \sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta}{\sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta}

  2. Simplify the second term: The second term simplifies directly because the denominator is the same as the numerator: 2sin2θcos2θsin2θcos2θ=2\frac{2 \sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta}{\sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta} = 2

    So the expression becomes: 5sin2θcos2θ2\frac{5}{\sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta} - 2

  3. Use a trigonometric identity: Recall that: sin2θcos2θ=14sin22θ\sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta = \frac{1}{4} \sin^2 2\theta Using this identity, we rewrite the first term: 5sin2θcos2θ=514sin22θ=20sin22θ\frac{5}{\sin^2 \theta \cos^2 \theta} = \frac{5}{\frac{1}{4} \sin^2 2\theta} = \frac{20}{\sin^2 2\theta}

  4. Final simplified form: The expression simplifies to: 20sin22θ2\frac{20}{\sin^2 2\theta} - 2

Thus, the simplified form of the given expression is:

20sin22θ2\frac{20}{\sin^2 2\theta} - 2

Would you like more details on any of these steps or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How do trigonometric identities simplify complex expressions?
  2. What is the significance of double-angle identities in trigonometry?
  3. How can trigonometric functions be used to solve real-world problems?
  4. What are some common mistakes when working with trigonometric simplifications?
  5. How does the Pythagorean identity help in simplifying trigonometric expressions?

Tip: Memorizing key trigonometric identities, such as double-angle and Pythagorean identities, can significantly speed up solving problems involving trigonometric functions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Trigonometric Identities
Simplification

Formulas

sin^2(θ) cos^2(θ) = 1/4 sin^2(2θ)
Basic Fraction Simplification

Theorems

Double-Angle Identity
Basic Trigonometric Identity

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12