Math Problem Statement

Solve the set of trigonometric equations displayed in the image, which involve various trigonometric identities and algebraic manipulations.

Solution

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  1. cos2x(1+coty)3sinxcosx=3cosx\frac{\cos^2 x (1 + \cot y) - 3}{\sin x - \cos x} = -3 \cos x

    • The solution provided appears to be: x=6x = 6 or x=1x = -1.
  2. 8cos4x8cos2xcosx+1=08 \cos^4 x - 8 \cos^2 x - \cos x + 1 = 0

    • The solutions seem to be: x=π3,11π6x = \frac{\pi}{3}, \frac{11\pi}{6}.
  3. 6cos32x+2sin32x=cos4x6 \cos^3 2x + 2 \sin^3 2x = \cos 4x

    • The solution appears to be x=2π3,π6x = \frac{2\pi}{3}, \frac{\pi}{6}.
  4. sin2xcos2x2+sinx=3cosx2\frac{\sin^2 x - \cos^2 x}{2 + \sin x} = \frac{3 \cos x}{2}

    • The solution is indicated as x=π3,7π6x = -\frac{\pi}{3}, \frac{7\pi}{6}.
  5. tan2x2sin2x+8sin4x2sin2xsin4x=2cot2x\frac{\tan^2 x - 2 \sin 2x + 8 \sin 4x}{2 \sin 2x - \sin 4x} = 2 \cot^2 x

    • The solution shown is x=32π,π4x = \frac{3}{2} \pi, \frac{\pi}{4}.
  6. 1+sin2x1sin2x+21+tanx1tanx3=0\frac{1 + \sin 2x}{1 - \sin 2x} + 2 \frac{1 + \tan x}{1 - \tan x} - 3 = 0

    • The solutions given are x=5π2,9π4x = \frac{5\pi}{2}, \frac{9\pi}{4}.

If you would like a detailed explanation of any specific equation or steps involved in solving them, feel free to ask!

Do you have any questions about these equations? Also, here are five related questions to help deepen your understanding:

  1. How do you solve trigonometric equations involving multiple angles?
  2. What are the common trigonometric identities used in simplifying these types of equations?
  3. Can you explain how to convert between trigonometric forms (e.g., using identities)?
  4. How would you handle equations with both sine and cosine terms?
  5. Why is it important to check for extraneous solutions in trigonometric equations?

Tip: Always verify the domain of the solution when working with trigonometric equations, as some solutions might fall outside the allowed interval.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Trigonometric Identities
Equation Solving

Formulas

cos²x + sin²x = 1
tan²x + 1 = sec²x
sin(2x) = 2sin(x)cos(x)
cos(2x) = cos²(x) - sin²(x)

Theorems

Pythagorean Identities
Double Angle Identities
Tangent and Cotangent Identities

Suitable Grade Level

High School (Grades 11-12), College Level