Understanding Angles on the Unit Circle

The video tutorial explains how to find exact trigonometric function values using the unit circle. It begins by describing the unit circle's role in determining cosine and sine values through the coordinates of the terminal side of an angle. The tutorial provides a detailed example of finding the cosine of 5π/6 and introduces a method for dividing the circle into equal parts to locate angles not labeled on the unit circle. A second example demonstrates finding the sine of -4π/3 by rotating clockwise. The video concludes with a brief mention of future examples to be covered.

What is the primary benefit of using the unit circle to find trigonometric function values?

• It provides exact values for sine and cosine.

• It eliminates the need for a calculator.

• It only works for angles in the first quadrant.

• It simplifies the calculation of tangent.

What is the cosine value of 5π/6 radians on the unit circle?

• 1/2

• -1/2

• √3/2

• -√3/2

How can you find the position of 5π/6 radians if it's not labeled on the unit circle?

• Rotate clockwise by 5π/6 radians.

• Use a calculator to approximate.

• Divide π radians into 6 equal parts.

• Divide π radians into 3 equal parts.

What is the significance of dividing π radians into 6 equal parts?

• It is used to find angles in the fourth quadrant.

• It is used to find angles in the third quadrant.

• It helps in finding angles that are multiples of π/6.

• It helps in finding angles that are multiples of π/3.

What is the sine value of -4π/3 radians on the unit circle?

• 1/2

• -1/2

• √3/2

• -√3/2

How do you determine the terminal side of a negative angle like -4π/3?

• Rotate counterclockwise by 4π/3 radians.

• Rotate clockwise by 4π/3 radians.

• Rotate counterclockwise by π/3 radians.

• Rotate clockwise by π/3 radians.

What is the x-coordinate of the point where the terminal side of -4π/3 intersects the unit circle?

• √3/2

• -1/2

• 1/2

• -√3/2

What is the y-coordinate of the point where the terminal side of -4π/3 intersects the unit circle?

• -1/2

• 1/2

• √3/2

• -√3/2

Why is it important to understand how to find angles not labeled on the unit circle?

• It allows for finding exact values for any angle.

• It is only useful for angles in the first quadrant.

• It helps in solving complex equations.

• It is not necessary for basic trigonometry.

What is the next step after learning to find angles on the unit circle?

• Practice with more examples.

• Move on to calculus.

• Study algebraic equations.

• Learn about geometry.