Sine of sum and difference with 3 values

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The discussion revolves around the trigonometric identity sin(90 - θ + λ) and its manipulation. One participant correctly simplifies it to cos(θ + λ) using the sine and cosine identities. However, the book states the result should be cos(θ - λ), prompting a query about the discrepancy. The resolution involves recognizing that sin(90 - (θ - λ)) leads to the book's answer. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding trigonometric identities in solving such problems.
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sin (90 - θ + λ)

= sin90cos(θ + λ) - cos90sin(θ + λ)

= cos(θ + λ)

The book says cos(θ - λ)

So are we both right and if so how can I manipulate mine to look like the books answer.


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hi afrocod! :smile:
afrocod said:
sin (90 - θ + λ)

= sin90cos(θ + λ) - cos90sin(θ + λ)

no, sin (90 - θ + λ) = sin (90 - (θ - λ))

= sin90cos(θ - λ) - cos90sin(θ - λ) :wink:
 
Ah my old friend Tim.

I was surprised that 100's of people looked at this and nobody answered. I suspected this was a super easy question, as you just proved.

Thank you very much.
 
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