Trig Product: Simplifying sina+sinb+sin(a+b) as a Product

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The discussion revolves around simplifying the expression \( \sin a + \sin b + \sin(a+b) \) into a product form. The subject area involves trigonometric identities and simplifications.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants explore different methods for rewriting \( \sin(a+b) \) and consider factoring techniques. Questions arise about alternative representations and the implications of using trigonometric functions of \((a+b)/2\).

Discussion Status

Some participants have suggested potential paths for simplification, including factoring and using known identities. There appears to be a collaborative exploration of the problem, with various approaches being discussed without a clear consensus yet.

Contextual Notes

Participants are working within the constraints of trigonometric identities and are attempting to find a product form, indicating a focus on algebraic manipulation rather than numerical solutions.

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Hello,
I have to write [tex]{\it sina}+{\it sinb}+\sin \left( a+b \right)[/tex] as a product.
Here is what I began with, then I got stuck...
[tex]2\,\sin \left( (a+b)/2 \right) \cos \left( (a-b)/2 \right) +{\it sina}\,{\it cosb}+{\it cosa}\,{\it sinb}[/tex]

Anyone please can help me out, that would be great, thank you! :smile:
 
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tatoo5ma, Instead of expanding sin(a+b), what else can you do? If you write it as a trignometric function of (a+b)/2 can you see what happens?
 
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sure

Sin (a+b) = Sin (2(a+b)/2) = 2 cos((a+b)/2)Sin((a+b)/2)
 
yeah, then u can factor with Sin((a+b)/2) and then make cos((a-b)/2)+cos((a+b)/2) equal to 2cos(a/2)cos(b/2) and u have everythin factorized :smile:
 
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