Grade 12 Math - Trigonometry Question.

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The problem involves solving the equation tan(x)sin(x) + sin(x) = 0 within the domain 0 ≤ x ≤ 2π. The original poster expresses uncertainty about how to approach the problem, indicating a lack of confidence in their math skills.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Problem interpretation

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants suggest factoring out sin(x) and using the zero product property to find solutions. There is discussion about identifying the values of x where the equation equals zero and clarifying the implications of the domain.

Discussion Status

Some participants have offered guidance on factoring the equation and identifying solutions. There is an ongoing exploration of the values of x that satisfy sin(x) = 0 within the specified domain, with multiple interpretations being discussed.

Contextual Notes

Participants note that the domain is restricted to 0 ≤ x ≤ 2π, prompting questions about all possible solutions for sin(x) = 0 within this range.

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Homework Statement



tanxsinx+sinx=0
0≤x≤2∏

What is the largest domain given?

Problem.

I'm not sure what to do with this question. It's probably pretty simple, but I'm absolutely rubbish at math. Hopefully someone can help me with this? Thanks.
-Lily
 
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Try factoring out a sin from the left side, and use the zero product property to solve.
 
Well it's asking you in the domain 0 to 2pi when is that equation zero. So the first think I would do is pull a sin(x) out of the left hand and then you can split the equation up in two things, with the correct solutions being when either one is zero.
 
So, I'm assuming this?


tanxsinx+sinx=0
sinx(tanx + 1) = 0
sinx = 0
x = pi
tanx = -1
x = 3pi/4 , 7pi/4
 
lily.123 said:
So, I'm assuming this?


tanxsinx+sinx=0
sinx(tanx + 1) = 0
sinx = 0
x = pi
tanx = -1
x = 3pi/4 , 7pi/4

Yes, but for [itex]\sin(x)=0[/itex] there are more values of x where this is satisfied.
 
I'm not quite sure I follow?
 
Remember the domain is [itex]0\leq x \leq 2\pi[/itex]. So where is [itex]\sin(x)=0[/itex] in this domain? Surely more places than just at [itex]x=\pi[/itex]. Take x=0 for example.
 
Oh, I get it! Thanks everyone!
 

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