Math Problem Statement

Solve the equation: sin^(-1)(x) + cos^(-1)(x) = π/2

Solution

The equation given is:

sin1(x)+cos1(x)=π2\sin^{-1}(x) + \cos^{-1}(x) = \frac{\pi}{2}

This is actually a standard identity in trigonometry:

sin1(x)+cos1(x)=π2\sin^{-1}(x) + \cos^{-1}(x) = \frac{\pi}{2}

This identity holds true for all xx in the domain of sin1(x)\sin^{-1}(x) and cos1(x)\cos^{-1}(x), which is x[1,1]x \in [-1, 1]. Therefore, the equation is valid for all xx within this range. Thus, the solution to the equation is:

x[1,1]x \in [-1, 1]

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5 Related Questions:

  1. What are the domains of the inverse sine and inverse cosine functions?
  2. How can you prove that sin1(x)+cos1(x)=π2\sin^{-1}(x) + \cos^{-1}(x) = \frac{\pi}{2}?
  3. What other trigonometric identities involve inverse functions?
  4. How would you solve similar equations that involve inverse trigonometric functions?
  5. Can this equation be generalized to other trigonometric functions?

Tip:

Always remember that inverse trigonometric functions are only defined within certain domains, so when solving equations involving them, check the domain first.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Inverse Trigonometric Functions

Formulas

sin^(-1)(x) + cos^(-1)(x) = π/2

Theorems

Inverse Sine and Cosine Identity

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12