How do I simply this (there should be a trig. identity involved

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The discussion revolves around simplifying a center of mass problem using trigonometric identities. The equation presented is (T_2*sin(theta2)) / (T_1*sin(theta1) + T_2*sin(theta2)). Participants are seeking a specific trigonometric identity that can aid in simplifying this equation further. Visual aids were provided to enhance understanding of the problem context.

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1. This was actually a center of mass problem, so I got the equation below:



2.[T_2*sin(theta2)] / [T_1*sin(theta1) + T_2*sin(theta2)]



3. This is part of a solution I obtained for a physics problem. I know there is some trick with a trig indentity that I can use to simplify this. What is the identity?
 
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