Math Problem Statement

Write a sine function that is equivalent to f(x) = cos(x).

Solution

The task in the image is asking to write a sine function equivalent to f(x)=cos(x)f(x) = \cos(x).

To find an equivalent sine function for cos(x)\cos(x), we can use the phase shift property of trigonometric functions.

We know from trigonometry that: cos(x)=sin(x+π2)\cos(x) = \sin\left(x + \frac{\pi}{2}\right) This is because the sine function is shifted π2\frac{\pi}{2} (or 90°) to the left compared to the cosine function.

Therefore, the sine function equivalent to f(x)=cos(x)f(x) = \cos(x) is: f(x)=sin(x+π2)f(x) = \sin\left(x + \frac{\pi}{2}\right)

Would you like further details or explanations on how this phase shift works?

Here are 5 related questions to further explore this topic:

  1. What are the properties of sine and cosine functions?
  2. How do phase shifts affect the graphs of trigonometric functions?
  3. Can you convert any sine function into a cosine function?
  4. What is the general form of a sine or cosine function with phase shift and amplitude?
  5. How does the period of sine and cosine functions relate to their equations?

Tip: Trigonometric identities, like the one used here, are essential in simplifying expressions and solving equations in calculus and physics!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Sine and Cosine Functions
Phase Shift

Formulas

cos(x) = sin(x + π/2)

Theorems

Phase Shift Theorem for Trigonometric Functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12