Math Problem Statement

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Write the equation of a sine function that has the following characteristics: Amplitude: 3, Period: 7π, Phase shift: 1/6.

Solution

Let's analyze the question step by step. The sine function is generally written as:
y=Asin(B(xC))y = A \sin(B(x - C))
where:

  • AA is the amplitude.
  • BB determines the period, with Period=2πB\text{Period} = \frac{2\pi}{B}.
  • CC is the phase shift.

Given information:

  • Amplitude (AA) = 3.
  • Period = 7π7\pi.
  • Phase shift (CC) = 16\frac{1}{6}.

Step 1: Find BB

The period formula is: Period=2πB.\text{Period} = \frac{2\pi}{B}. Substitute the period 7π7\pi: 7π=2πB.7\pi = \frac{2\pi}{B}. Solve for BB: B=2π7π=27.B = \frac{2\pi}{7\pi} = \frac{2}{7}.


Step 2: Use phase shift (CC)

The phase shift C=16C = \frac{1}{6}. This represents a horizontal shift of the graph.


Final Equation:

Now substitute into the general form: y=3sin(27(x16)).y = 3 \sin\left(\frac{2}{7}\left(x - \frac{1}{6}\right)\right).

Simplify to match the provided blanks: y=3sin(27x242)=3sin(27x121).y = 3 \sin\left(\frac{2}{7}x - \frac{2}{42}\right) = 3 \sin\left(\frac{2}{7}x - \frac{1}{21}\right).

Thus, the values to fill in are:

  • First blank: 27\frac{2}{7}.
  • Second blank: 121\frac{1}{21}.

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Related Questions:

  1. How does changing AA affect the sine graph?
  2. What is the physical interpretation of phase shift in sine functions?
  3. How do you calculate the period for cosine functions?
  4. How does changing BB influence the graph's frequency?
  5. Can you derive the equation for a cosine function with the same characteristics?

Tip:

When simplifying fractions in trigonometric functions, always check for the lowest terms to match standard forms!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Sine Functions
Amplitude
Period
Phase Shift

Formulas

General sine function: y = A sin(B(x - C))
Period formula: Period = 2π / B

Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12