Cosh(2z) Equals Cosh^2(z) Plus Sinh^2(z)

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The discussion centers on proving the identity cosh(2z) = cosh^2(z) + sinh^2(z). Participants explore using standard forms and Osborn's rule to approach the problem, with one member noting a mistake in their calculations involving e^2z and e^-2z. The conversation includes a comparison to trigonometric identities, highlighting the differences in signs between hyperbolic and circular functions. Ultimately, one participant claims to have solved the problem, indicating a successful conclusion to the discussion. The focus remains on the mathematical proof and the methods used to arrive at the solution.
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Show that cosh(2z)=cosh^2(z)+sinh^2(z)

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Hmm, I was just considering z as a random variable label, could just as easily be a, theta, or x.

So comparing to cos(2z) == cos2z - sin2z, there is a product of 2 sines, which you flip the sign of when comparing to hyperbolics, so cosh(2z) == cosh2z + sinh2z
 
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Hi Wardlaw! :smile:

(try using the X2 tag just above the Reply box :wink:)
Wardlaw said:
Show that cosh(2z)=cosh^2(z)+sinh^2(z)

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Wardlaw said:
Yeah. I tried using the standard form for these expressions, when considering the RHS. I am then left with a quarter e^2z. Could you check this please?

You should get some e-2z also. :confused:

Show us what you got for the RHS. :smile:
 


tiny-tim said:
Hi Wardlaw! :smile:

(try using the X2 tag just above the Reply box :wink:)



You should get some e-2z also. :confused:

Show us what you got for the RHS. :smile:



Oh yeah you are correct, my mistake. I can't even read my own working :)
How exactly do you go about solving thi problem?
 
Wardlaw said:
How exactly do you go about solving thi problem?

I leave it to you. :smile:
 
tiny-tim said:
I leave it to you. :smile:

Solved:biggrin:
 
:biggrin: Woohoo! :biggrin:
 
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