Simplifying sin^2 2θ/(1+cos^2 2θ) as a Function of sin θ

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The discussion revolves around simplifying trigonometric expressions, specifically focusing on the function \(\frac{\sin^2 2\theta}{1+\cos^2 2\theta}\) in terms of \(\sin \theta\), as well as rewriting products of sine functions and simplifying square roots involving cosine functions.

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  • Participants attempt to express \(\frac{\sin^2 2\theta}{1+\cos^2 2\theta}\) as a function of \(\sin \theta\) and question the correctness and further simplification of their expressions.
  • Some participants explore the use of double angle identities in rewriting products of sine functions, expressing uncertainty about the requirements of the problem.
  • There are attempts to simplify \(\sqrt{2-2\cos 4\theta}\) and discussions about the application of double angle formulas.

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The conversation includes various attempts to simplify the expressions, with some participants providing insights into potential simplifications and identities. There is a mix of interpretations and approaches, with no clear consensus on the best method yet.

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Participants express uncertainty regarding the application of double angle formulas and the simplification of trigonometric identities, indicating a need for clarification on these concepts.

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1. Express [tex]\frac{sin^2 2 \theta}{1+cos^2 2 \theta}[/tex] as a function of [tex]sin \theta[/tex]

here's what I did:
[tex]= \frac{4 sin^2 \theta cos^2 \theta}{1+(2cos^2 \theta -1)^2}[/tex]
[tex]= \frac{4 sin^2 \theta cos^2 \theta}{1+(4cos^4 \theta - 4 cos^2 \theta + 1)}[/tex]
[tex]= \frac{2sin^2 \theta cos^2 \theta}{2cos^2 \theta - 2cos^2 \theta +1}[/tex]

is this correct? can I simplify it more?

2. Write [tex]sin(a+b)sin(a-b)[/tex] as a function of double angles

I used the sum and product formulas to simplify the equation but I did not use the double angle formulas. I'm not quite sure what the question is asking.

Here's what I did:
[tex]= .5 [cos(a+b-a+b)-cos(a+b+a-b)][/tex]
[tex]= .5 [cos(2b)-cos(2a)][/tex]

not sure where the double anges come in. any ideas?

3. simplify [tex]\sqrt{2-2cos4 \Theta}[/tex]

i can make it become 1-cos4x but I don't know how to simplify it further because of the cos4. no clue on this one, any help would be appreciated.
 
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UrbanXrisis said:
1. Express [tex]\frac{sin^2 2 \theta}{1+cos^2 2 \theta}[/tex] as a function of [tex]sin \theta[/tex]
here's what I did:
[tex]= \frac{4 sin^2 \theta cos^2 \theta}{1+(2cos^2 \theta -1)^2}[/tex]
[tex]= \frac{4 sin^2 \theta cos^2 \theta}{1+(4cos^4 \theta - 4 cos^2 \theta + 1)}[/tex]
[tex]= \frac{2sin^2 \theta cos^2 \theta}{2cos^2 \theta - 2cos^2 \theta +1}[/tex]
is this correct? can I simplify it more?
Well it's not written as a function of only sin(x), so it's not correct yet.
Although there may be ways to simplify, you can reduce the sin²2x in function of only sinx like this:

[tex]\sin ^2 2x = 4\sin ^2 x\cos ^2 x = 4\sin ^2 x\left( {1 - \sin ^2 x} \right)[/tex]

In the denominator, there's a cos²2x but that's equal to 1-sin²2x, giving you the case above again.

UrbanXrisis said:
2. Write [tex]sin(a+b)sin(a-b)[/tex] as a function of double angles
I used the sum and product formulas to simplify the equation but I did not use the double angle formulas. I'm not quite sure what the question is asking.
Here's what I did:
[tex]= .5 [cos(a+b-a+b)-cos(a+b+a-b)][/tex]
[tex]= .5 [cos(2b)-cos(2a)][/tex]
not sure where the double anges come in. any ideas?
I'm not sure but perhaps this was the point, you have now rewritten it as a function of the double angles 2a and 2b.

UrbanXrisis said:
3. simplify [tex]\sqrt{2-2cos4 \Theta}[/tex]
i can make it become 1-cos4x but I don't know how to simplify it further because of the cos4. no clue on this one, any help would be appreciated.
There are 3 version of the double-angle formule for the cosine, choose the one which makes the constant disappear:

[tex]\sqrt {2 - 2\cos 4x} = \sqrt {2 - 2\left( {1 - 2\sin ^2 2x} \right)}[/tex]
 
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[tex]\frac {\sin^2 2 \theta} {2- \sin^2 2\theta} = \frac 2 {2 - \sin^2 2\theta} - 1[/tex]
and simplify the denominator using [tex]\sin 2\theta = 2 \sin \theta \cos \theta[/tex] and [tex]\cos^2 \theta = 1 - \sin^2 \theta[/tex]...? Still complicated.

2. looks correct.

3. [tex]\sqrt{ 2( 1 - \cos 4\theta)} = \sqrt {2( 1 - \cos^2 2\theta + \sin^2 2\theta)} = 2 | \sin 2\theta} | = 4 | \sin \theta \cos \theta }|[/tex]

hmmm...I have to go to see a class day of the kindergarten of my daughter next month... :)
 
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Your two problems can be solved easily-------------Akash

Sin(a-b)Sin(a+b)
=Sin(a^2) -Sin(b^2) /////////////////////you can check this easily. it is a formula
=[1-cos(2a)-{1-Cos2b)]/2
=[1-cos(2a)-1+cos(2b)]/2
=[cos(2a)-cos(2b)]/2 ////////////////expressed in double angle in cos





(2-2cos4A)^½=(2(1-cos4A))^½ ////////////A IS ANGLE THETA
=(2(2Sin^2A))^½
=(4Sin^2A)^½
=2Sin^2A)------------------------------Soved

Akash
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captainvyom_akash@yahoo.com
 

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