Math Problem Statement

Find the solution of the equation: -2sin(x) = 5sin(x) - 7/2

Solution

The equation shown in the image is:

2sin(x)=5sin(x)72-2\sin(x) = 5\sin(x) - \frac{7}{2}

Step-by-Step Solution:

  1. Move all terms involving sin(x)\sin(x) to one side: 2sin(x)5sin(x)=72-2\sin(x) - 5\sin(x) = -\frac{7}{2} This simplifies to: 7sin(x)=72-7\sin(x) = -\frac{7}{2}

  2. Solve for sin(x)\sin(x): Divide both sides by 7-7: sin(x)=12\sin(x) = \frac{1}{2}

  3. Find the general solution for sin(x)=12\sin(x) = \frac{1}{2}: The sine function equals 12\frac{1}{2} at the angles: x=π6+2kπorx=ππ6+2kπx = \frac{\pi}{6} + 2k\pi \quad \text{or} \quad x = \pi - \frac{\pi}{6} + 2k\pi This simplifies to: x=π6+2kπorx=5π6+2kπx = \frac{\pi}{6} + 2k\pi \quad \text{or} \quad x = \frac{5\pi}{6} + 2k\pi where kk is an integer.

  4. Answer format: The solutions are presented in terms of (1)n(-1)^n, where nZn \in \mathbb{Z} represents the periodic nature of the sine function. Looking at the answer choices in the image, the correct general solution is:

    x=(1)nπ6+πn,nZx = (-1)^n \frac{\pi}{6} + \pi n, \, n \in \mathbb{Z}

Thus, the correct option is the last one.


Would you like further details or have any questions?

Here are 5 related questions to explore:

  1. How can we generalize solutions to other trigonometric equations?
  2. What is the geometric interpretation of sin(x)=12\sin(x) = \frac{1}{2}?
  3. How do we solve trigonometric equations involving multiple angles?
  4. What are the differences in solving for sine, cosine, and tangent equations?
  5. How do phase shifts affect the solutions of trigonometric equations?

Tip: When solving trigonometric equations, always consider the periodicity and symmetry of the trigonometric functions to find all possible solutions.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Trigonometric Equations
General Solutions

Formulas

sin(x) = 1/2
x = (-1)^n * π/6 + πn

Theorems

Periodic Nature of Sine Function

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12