Math Problem Statement
Solution
To solve the equation in the interval , follow these steps:
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Simplify the equation: Using the periodic and symmetry properties of the sine function, we know: Hence: Therefore, the equation becomes:
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Find the general solutions: The sine function is negative in the third and fourth quadrants. The reference angle associated with is: Therefore, the solutions for in are: and
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Simplify the solutions: and
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Final solutions: The solutions to the equation in the interval are:
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Tip: Always sketch a unit circle to visualize the angles where trigonometric functions take specific values!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometric Functions
Periodic Properties of Sine
Symmetry in Trigonometric Functions
Formulas
sin(-θ) = -sin(θ)
Solutions for sin(x) = k: x = arcsin(k) + 2nπ or x = π - arcsin(k) + 2nπ
Theorems
Symmetry of Trigonometric Functions
Periodicity of Sine
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12