How do you verify identities

What is the primary goal when verifying trigonometric identities?

• To find the value of the variable

• To simplify both sides of the equation to be equal

• To solve for theta

• To expand trigonometric functions

When starting to verify an identity, which side should you begin with?

• The right side

• The side with the most complex expression

• The side with the simplest expression

• The left side

Which operation is NOT typically used to simplify trigonometric identities?

• Addition

• Subtraction

• Integration

• Multiplication

Which identity should you consider when you see sine squared or cosine squared?

• Cofunction identities

• Quotient identities

• Reciprocal identities

• Pythagorean identities

What should you do if you encounter a lot of cosecants or tangents in an identity?

• Expand them into polynomials

• Use only Pythagorean identities

• Convert them to their reciprocal functions

• Ignore them

What is a useful strategy if you are stuck while verifying an identity?

• Ignore the complicated side

• Use only reciprocal identities

• Convert all functions to sines and cosines

• Start with the simplest side

Why is trial and error important in verifying identities?

• It allows you to find the quickest solution

• It helps in memorizing identities

• It is the only way to verify identities

• It helps in understanding different solving methods