Solve for Theda: sin2theda = 0.339

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The discussion focuses on solving the equation sin(2θ) = 0.339, derived from the expression sin(2θ) = (2 * 9.8) / (7.6^2). The correct interpretation of sin(2θ) is confirmed, and the solution involves taking the arcsin of 0.339 and then dividing the result by 2 to isolate θ. This method provides a clear path to finding the angle θ in radians or degrees.

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how do you solve for theda in the equation sin2theda=((2)(9.8))/(7.6^2).

i have figured the right side of the equation to be .339 and so I am left with sin2theda on the left and i don't know how to get theda by itself.
 
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Take the arcsin of the right side, then divide by 2.
 
mathcrzy said:
sin2theda

Do you mean [itex]\sin^2 \theta[/itex] (square of the sine of theta) or [itex]\sin (2\theta)[/itex] (sine of (two times theta))?
 

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