Math Problem Statement
Find all solutions of the given equation: 2cos(θ) + √3 = 0.
Solution
To solve the equation , follow these steps:
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Rearrange the equation:
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Divide both sides by 2:
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Find the reference angle: The reference angle for is .
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Determine the quadrants: Since , is in the second and third quadrants.
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Calculate the angles:
- Second quadrant:
- Third quadrant:
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General solution: The general solutions are: where is any integer.
The solutions are .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Cosine Function
General Solutions of Trigonometric Equations
Formulas
cos(θ) = -√3 / 2
General solution for cosine: θ = α + 2kπ or θ = -α + 2kπ, where k is an integer
Theorems
Reference Angle Theorem
Cosine Function Symmetry in Trigonometric Quadrants
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12