Solving Trig Problem: Showing Sin(1/9pi) to Sin(4/9pi)=3/16

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The discussion revolves around demonstrating the equality involving the product of sine functions: \(\sin \left( 1/9\,\pi \right) \sin \left( 2/9\,\pi \right) \sin \left( 1/3\,\pi \right) \sin \left( 4/9\,\pi \right) = 3/16\). The subject area is trigonometry.

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  • The original poster attempts various methods to simplify the sine products but struggles to reach the desired result. They inquire about hints for similar problems. Another participant asks for details on the original poster's attempts. The original poster mentions using angle addition formulas and factoring but expresses uncertainty about their approach.

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The discussion includes attempts to manipulate sine functions and explore relationships between angles. While one participant claims to have resolved their issue, the specifics of that resolution are not detailed, leaving the overall discussion open-ended.

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There is an indication of frustration from the original poster regarding their inability to reach the solution, and they seek guidance without providing complete methods or outcomes. The nature of the problem suggests a focus on trigonometric identities and relationships.

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hey,
i have to show that
[tex]\sin \left( 1/9\,\pi \right) \sin \left( 2/9\,\pi \right) \sin \left( <br /> <br /> 1/3\,\pi \right) \sin \left( 4/9\,\pi \right) = 3/16[/tex]



i ve tried so many things, and i couldn't get to 3/16 :confused: , does anyone have any hints that are going to help me solve problems in that kind!? thanks!
 
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It works for me. What have you done?
 
Well, i have remplaced sin(2pi/9) by sin(3pi/9 - pi/9) and sin(3pi/9) by sin(4pi/9 - pi/9) and so on, and used the relation sin(a+b)=sina cosb + sinb cos a. so everything will have sin(pi/9) in it, so i can factor with that to get something helpful. but i guess i just messed everything up, and i don't know what relation i can use to get closer the 3/16 or what method i should use
 
never mind, i got it :smile:
 

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