Math Problem Statement

If tan(x) = -0.5, sin(x) = 0.8, and cos(x) = 0.7, find tan(-x), sin(-x), and cos(-x).

Solution

Let's solve the questions from the image you provided. We are given three trigonometric identities and need to find the corresponding negative angle values.

1. tan(x)=0.5\tan(x) = -0.5, then tan(x)\tan(-x)

Using the odd function property of the tangent function: tan(x)=tan(x)\tan(-x) = -\tan(x) So, tan(x)=(0.5)=0.5\tan(-x) = -(-0.5) = 0.5

2. sin(x)=0.8\sin(x) = 0.8, then sin(x)\sin(-x)

The sine function is odd, meaning: sin(x)=sin(x)\sin(-x) = -\sin(x) So, sin(x)=0.8\sin(-x) = -0.8

3. cos(x)=0.7\cos(x) = 0.7, then cos(x)\cos(-x)

The cosine function is even, meaning: cos(x)=cos(x)\cos(-x) = \cos(x) So, cos(x)=0.7\cos(-x) = 0.7

Final answers:

  1. tan(x)=0.5\tan(-x) = 0.5
  2. sin(x)=0.8\sin(-x) = -0.8
  3. cos(x)=0.7\cos(-x) = 0.7

Would you like more details or have any questions? Here are some related questions you might find helpful:

  1. What are the properties of odd and even trigonometric functions?
  2. How do negative angles affect the values of other trigonometric functions?
  3. What happens to trigonometric values when angles exceed 360360^\circ?
  4. Can these principles be applied to radians as well as degrees?
  5. How does the unit circle relate to the signs of trigonometric functions?

Tip: Remember that odd functions (like sine and tangent) change signs when evaluated at negative angles, while even functions (like cosine) remain unchanged!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Odd and Even Functions

Formulas

tan(-x) = -tan(x)
sin(-x) = -sin(x)
cos(-x) = cos(x)

Theorems

Odd and Even Function Properties

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12