How do you find a dervative of this

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The discussion focuses on finding the derivative of the function sin(π + h) using the limit definition of a derivative. The key steps involve recognizing that sin(π) equals 0, simplifying the expression to lim (sin(π + h)/h) as h approaches 0. Participants emphasize the use of trigonometric identities, specifically the sine addition formula, to further analyze the function. Understanding the unit circle is also highlighted as a crucial concept for visualizing the behavior of sine functions during rotations.

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how do you find the derivative of this problem and what rule do you use

lim sin(pi+h)-Sin pi
h-> 0 h
 
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… sinπ = 0 …

Hi janemba! :smile:

Do you mean \frac{sin(\pi + h) -sin\pi}{h} ?

If so, remember that sinπ = 0, so it's just \frac{sin(\pi + h)}{h}\,.

Which is … ? :smile:
 
yes but how did you got the answer
 
How do you expand:

sin(x+y)=?

Trig identity ...
 
It's even simpler than that, take a look at a unit circle and think about what happens with every rotation of pi radians.
 

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