Math Problem Statement

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Part 1

Solve the following equation on the interval

​[0,2piπ​).

cotangentcot​(33​x)equals=11

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Part 1

Select the correct choice below​ and, if​ necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.

A.

xequals=nothingenter your response here

​(Type an exact​ answer, using

piπ

as needed. Use a comma to separate answers as needed. Type your answer in radians. Simplify your answer. Use integers or fractions for any numbers in the​ expression.)

B.

There is no solution.

Solution

To solve the equation cot(3x3)=1\cot \left( \frac{3x}{3} \right) = 1 on the interval [0,2π)[0, 2\pi), let's proceed as follows:

  1. Rewrite the Equation: The equation cot(3x3)=1\cot \left( \frac{3x}{3} \right) = 1 simplifies to cot(3x)=1\cot(3x) = 1.

  2. Solve for 3x3x Using Cotangent Values: The cotangent function equals 1 at specific angles within a period. We know: cot(π4)=1\cot \left( \frac{\pi}{4} \right) = 1 This means: 3x=π4+nπfor integer n3x = \frac{\pi}{4} + n\pi \quad \text{for integer } n

  3. Solve for xx: Divide both sides by 3 to isolate xx: x=π12+nπ3x = \frac{\pi}{12} + \frac{n\pi}{3}

  4. Find All Solutions in [0,2π)[0, 2\pi): Now we calculate specific values of xx by substituting integer values of nn to ensure xx is within [0,2π)[0, 2\pi).

    • For n=0n = 0: x=π12x = \frac{\pi}{12}
    • For n=1n = 1: x=π12+π3=5π12x = \frac{\pi}{12} + \frac{\pi}{3} = \frac{5\pi}{12}
    • For n=2n = 2: x=π12+2π3=9π12=3π4x = \frac{\pi}{12} + \frac{2\pi}{3} = \frac{9\pi}{12} = \frac{3\pi}{4}
    • For n=3n = 3: x=π12+π=13π12x = \frac{\pi}{12} + \pi = \frac{13\pi}{12}
    • For n=4n = 4: x=π12+4π3=17π12x = \frac{\pi}{12} + \frac{4\pi}{3} = \frac{17\pi}{12}
    • For n=5n = 5: x=π12+5π3=21π12=7π4x = \frac{\pi}{12} + \frac{5\pi}{3} = \frac{21\pi}{12} = \frac{7\pi}{4}

    All these values are in the interval [0,2π)[0, 2\pi).

  5. Answer: Thus, the solutions are: x=π12,5π12,3π4,13π12,17π12,7π4x = \frac{\pi}{12}, \frac{5\pi}{12}, \frac{3\pi}{4}, \frac{13\pi}{12}, \frac{17\pi}{12}, \frac{7\pi}{4}

So, the correct choice is A: x=π12,5π12,3π4,13π12,17π12,7π4x = \frac{\pi}{12}, \frac{5\pi}{12}, \frac{3\pi}{4}, \frac{13\pi}{12}, \frac{17\pi}{12}, \frac{7\pi}{4}.

Would you like further details or have any questions?


  1. What are the general solutions to cot(3x)=1\cot(3x) = 1 in all intervals?
  2. How does the period of cotangent affect the solutions in [0,2π)[0, 2\pi)?
  3. Why is x=π12+nπ3x = \frac{\pi}{12} + \frac{n\pi}{3} the correct form for solutions?
  4. How can we verify each solution is valid within [0,2π)[0, 2\pi)?
  5. What are other methods to solve trigonometric equations?

Tip: Always check the interval of the solution range to ensure all values fit within it.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Cotangent Function
Angle Solutions in Specific Intervals

Formulas

cot(x) = 1 when x = π/4 + nπ

Theorems

Properties of Cotangent Function in Specific Intervals

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 11-12