Math Problem Statement

An equation shown below for the terminal side of an angle θ in standard position is given with a restriction on x. Sketch the least positive such angle θ, and find the values of the six trigonometric functions of θ. 7x - 4y = 0, x ≥ 0.

Solution

The problem you're working on asks for the graph of the equation 7x4y=07x - 4y = 0, with the condition that x0x \geq 0, and requires identifying the graph with the least positive angle θ\theta in standard position.

Let's break it down:

  1. Rearranging the equation: Solve for yy: 7x4y=0y=74x7x - 4y = 0 \quad \Rightarrow \quad y = \frac{7}{4}x This is a linear equation with slope 74\frac{7}{4}. The line passes through the origin and has a positive slope, indicating that the angle θ\theta will be in the first quadrant.

  2. Identifying the least positive angle:

    • The angle θ\theta formed by the line with the positive x-axis corresponds to the slope of the line.
    • The least positive angle θ\theta occurs when the line is closest to the positive x-axis, which means the angle will be small but positive.
    • In standard position, the terminal side of the angle should lie in the first quadrant, as x0x \geq 0.
  3. Evaluating the graphs:

    • Option A shows a line with a positive slope, which is in the first quadrant and close to the x-axis. This matches the equation's characteristics.
    • Option B shows a line in the second quadrant, where the angle would be obtuse (greater than 90°).
    • Option C shows a line in the fourth quadrant, but the problem asks for the least positive angle, so this would not be correct.

Thus, the correct choice for the graph representing the least positive angle θ\theta is Option A.

Do you have any questions or want further details on the explanation?


Here are 5 related questions for further exploration:

  1. How do you find the slope of a line given its equation in standard form?
  2. What is the significance of the sign of the slope in determining the quadrant of the angle?
  3. How can we use trigonometric functions to find the angle from the slope?
  4. What happens to the graph if the slope was negative instead?
  5. How would you graph this equation if there were no restrictions on xx?

Tip: When identifying angles in standard position, always check which quadrant the terminal side of the angle lies in based on the sign of the slope or the direction of the line.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Linear Equations
Angles in Standard Position

Formulas

Slope formula (y = mx + b)
Trigonometric Functions

Theorems

Basic Angle in Standard Position
Trigonometric Functions Definition

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11