Math Problem Statement

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What are the values of A and B in the trigonometric identity?

Solution

To solve for AA and BB, we use trigonometric identities and the equation given:

cos(3π7)cos(2π21)+sin(3π7)sin(2π21)=cos(πA)=B2\cos\left(\frac{3\pi}{7}\right) \cos\left(\frac{2\pi}{21}\right) + \sin\left(\frac{3\pi}{7}\right) \sin\left(\frac{2\pi}{21}\right) = \cos\left(\frac{\pi}{A}\right) = \frac{B}{2}

Step 1: Apply the Cosine Addition Formula

The expression on the left side can be simplified using the cosine addition formula: cos(x)cos(y)+sin(x)sin(y)=cos(xy)\cos(x)\cos(y) + \sin(x)\sin(y) = \cos(x - y) Substituting x=3π7x = \frac{3\pi}{7} and y=2π21y = \frac{2\pi}{21}: cos(3π7)cos(2π21)+sin(3π7)sin(2π21)=cos(3π72π21)\cos\left(\frac{3\pi}{7}\right) \cos\left(\frac{2\pi}{21}\right) + \sin\left(\frac{3\pi}{7}\right) \sin\left(\frac{2\pi}{21}\right) = \cos\left(\frac{3\pi}{7} - \frac{2\pi}{21}\right)

Step 2: Simplify the Argument

To simplify 3π72π21\frac{3\pi}{7} - \frac{2\pi}{21}, find a common denominator: 3π72π21=9π212π21=7π21=π3\frac{3\pi}{7} - \frac{2\pi}{21} = \frac{9\pi}{21} - \frac{2\pi}{21} = \frac{7\pi}{21} = \frac{\pi}{3}

So, the equation becomes: cos(π3)=cos(πA)\cos\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right) = \cos\left(\frac{\pi}{A}\right)

Step 3: Solve for AA

Since cos(π3)=cos(πA)\cos\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right) = \cos\left(\frac{\pi}{A}\right), it follows that: A=3A = 3

Step 4: Find BB

We know that cos(π3)=12\cos\left(\frac{\pi}{3}\right) = \frac{1}{2}. Therefore: B2=12\frac{B}{2} = \frac{1}{2}

Solving for BB: B=1B = 1

Final Solution

A=3,B=1\boxed{A = 3, B = 1}

Would you like a more detailed explanation, or do you have any questions?

Here are some related questions for further exploration:

  1. What other trigonometric identities can be used to simplify similar expressions?
  2. How does the cosine subtraction formula differ from the addition formula?
  3. Can the values of AA and BB change if we choose different trigonometric identities?
  4. How can we verify the solution using another method, such as converting to radians?
  5. What is the significance of the angles 3π7\frac{3\pi}{7} and 2π21\frac{2\pi}{21} in trigonometric simplifications?

Tip: Always check if the angles given can be simplified using a common denominator to make the calculations easier.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Cosine Addition Formula

Formulas

cos(x)cos(y) + sin(x)sin(y) = cos(x - y)
cos(π/A) = B/2

Theorems

Cosine Addition Formula

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12