Math Problem Statement

Find the solutions of the equation in the interval [−2𝜋, 2𝜋]. Use a graphing utility to verify your results. (Enter your answers as a comma-separated list.) csc(x) = 2

3 3 x =

Solution

We are given the equation:

csc(x)=23\csc(x) = \frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}

First, let's express the equation in terms of sine since the cosecant function is the reciprocal of the sine function:

csc(x)=1sin(x)    sin(x)=32\csc(x) = \frac{1}{\sin(x)} \implies \sin(x) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}

Next, we need to find the values of xx for which sin(x)=32\sin(x) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} within the interval [2π,2π][-2\pi, 2\pi]. The general solutions for sin(x)=32\sin(x) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} occur at:

x=π3+2nπorx=2π3+2nπx = \frac{\pi}{3} + 2n\pi \quad \text{or} \quad x = \frac{2\pi}{3} + 2n\pi where nn is any integer.

Now, let's find the specific solutions within the interval [2π,2π][-2\pi, 2\pi]:

  1. Starting with x=π3x = \frac{\pi}{3}, we can add or subtract multiples of 2π2\pi to find other solutions:

    • x=π3x = \frac{\pi}{3}
    • x=π32π=π36π3=5π3x = \frac{\pi}{3} - 2\pi = \frac{\pi}{3} - \frac{6\pi}{3} = -\frac{5\pi}{3}
  2. For x=2π3x = \frac{2\pi}{3}, similarly:

    • x=2π3x = \frac{2\pi}{3}
    • x=2π32π=2π36π3=4π3x = \frac{2\pi}{3} - 2\pi = \frac{2\pi}{3} - \frac{6\pi}{3} = -\frac{4\pi}{3}

Thus, the solutions within [2π,2π][-2\pi, 2\pi] are:

x=5π3,4π3,π3,2π3x = -\frac{5\pi}{3}, -\frac{4\pi}{3}, \frac{\pi}{3}, \frac{2\pi}{3}

To verify the results using a graphing utility, plot y=csc(x)y = \csc(x) and check where it equals 23\frac{2}{\sqrt{3}}.


Would you like more details on verifying with a graphing tool or any other questions? Here are some related questions:

  1. How can you solve equations involving other trigonometric functions in a given interval?
  2. What are the general solutions for sin(x)=12\sin(x) = \frac{1}{2}?
  3. How do transformations affect the graph of a sine or cosine function?
  4. What is the relationship between the sine and cosecant functions?
  5. How can you solve trigonometric equations using identities?

Tip: When solving trigonometric equations, always express the equation in terms of sine or cosine if possible for easier handling!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Reciprocal Functions
Cosecant Function

Formulas

csc(x) = 1/sin(x)
sin(x) = √3/2

Theorems

Trigonometric identity relating cosecant and sine
General solutions for trigonometric equations

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12