Learn to solve multiple angles in trigonometry

Learn to solve multiple angles in trigonometry

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to solve a trigonometric equation involving sine squared of 2X. The instructor guides students through simplifying the equation, solving for X, and rationalizing the denominator. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the patterns in solutions and the importance of not being confused by the 2X inside the function. The instructor also addresses common mistakes and clarifies when to add π to find additional solutions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial step suggested by the teacher when solving trigonometric equations with a coefficient inside the function?

Multiply the coefficient by the function

Focus on the coefficient first

Ignore the coefficient initially

Solve for the coefficient separately

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the purpose of rationalizing the denominator in trigonometric equations?

To change the function

To simplify the equation

To eliminate the square root

To make the equation more complex

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the result of taking the square root of sine squared of X equals 1/2?

Sine of X equals 1

Sine of X equals 1/2

Sine of X equals sqrt(1/2)

Sine of X equals 2

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When solving for specific values, why is it important to solve for 2X instead of X?

Because X is not part of the equation

Because the function is defined in terms of 2X

Because 2X is easier to solve

Because 2X is a constant

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the two points where sine equals radical 2/2?

π/6 and 5π/6

π/2 and π

π/4 and 3π/4

0 and π

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do you determine additional solutions for trigonometric equations?

By multiplying by π

By subtracting multiples of π

By adding multiples of π

By dividing by π

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it necessary to add π to find the next solution in some cases?

Because the solutions are 2π degrees apart

Because the solutions are not related

Because the solutions are identical

Because the solutions are π degrees apart