Math Problem Statement

t-sint(t) = 0

Solution

The equation given is tsin(t)=0t - \sin(t) = 0.

To solve for tt, let's consider the equation:

t=sin(t)t = \sin(t)

This equation implies that the value of tt must be equal to its sine value.

Numerical Solution

This type of equation generally does not have an exact analytical solution, so we must solve it numerically. Let's analyze it graphically or use a numerical method like Newton's method to approximate the solutions.

Graphical Analysis

Consider the graphs of y=ty = t and y=sin(t)y = \sin(t):

  • y=ty = t is a straight line passing through the origin with a slope of 1.
  • y=sin(t)y = \sin(t) is a periodic wave oscillating between 1-1 and 11.

The points of intersection between these two graphs will give the solutions to the equation tsin(t)=0t - \sin(t) = 0.

Solution:

  1. t=0t = 0 is an obvious solution because sin(0)=0\sin(0) = 0.
  2. There are no other simple intersections where tt and sin(t)\sin(t) are equal, as t=sin(t)t = \sin(t) can only intersect within the range of the sine function, which is between 1-1 and 11.

Given the nature of the sine function and the line t=sin(t)t = \sin(t), t=0t = 0 is the only real solution.

Final Answer:

t=0t = 0

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Relative Questions:

  1. How would you solve tcos(t)=0t - \cos(t) = 0?
  2. What is the general method to solve transcendental equations like this?
  3. How can Newton's method be applied to solve tsin(t)=0t - \sin(t) = 0 numerically?
  4. Can you explain why t=sin(t)t = \sin(t) has limited intersections?
  5. What are the properties of the sine function that affect the solutions?

Tip: For transcendental equations, numerical methods like Newton's or graphical approaches often provide the most practical solutions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Transcendental Equations
Numerical Methods

Formulas

None

Theorems

Intermediate Value Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Advanced High School