Simplifying Trigonometric expressions

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The discussion focuses on simplifying the trigonometric expression 6cos(θ)/(2sin(θ) - 3cos(θ)). Suggestions include using double angle formulas, which may lead to a more complex expression like 6cos(θ)/(2cos(2θ) - sin(θ)). Another approach is to rewrite sin(θ) as tan(θ)cos(θ) to eliminate cosine from the denominator. Ultimately, participants conclude that significant simplification may not be achievable. The consensus is that the expression is likely already in its simplest form.
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Homework Statement



Hey guys, having a trig brain fart here, can you point me in the direction of simplifying:

\frac{6cos\vartheta}{2sin\vartheta-3cos\vartheta}

or is it as simplified as it gets? \

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Thought about using double angle formula


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Just a point in the right direction would be helpful, i.e. what identity to use if the expression can be simplified
 
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You could try double angle formulas, but then you will probably end up with
\frac{6 \cos\theta}{2 \cos 2\theta - \sin\theta}
or something like that.

You could rewrite \sin\theta = \tan\theta \cos\theta and get rid of the cosine.

Other than that, I don't think there is much simplification possible.
 

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