Solving cosz=2: A Logarithmic Approach

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Start date Mar 10, 2009
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The discussion focuses on solving the equation cos(z) = 2 using a logarithmic approach. Participants emphasize the necessity of working with complex numbers, as the cosine function can exceed its typical range. The equation is reformulated using the complex expression of cosine: cos(z) = (e^(iz) + e^(-iz)) / 2. This transformation is crucial for applying logarithmic techniques to find the solution.

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Mar 10, 2009

kathrynag

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Sove cosz=2

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I need to solve this, but am not quite sure how. I was told to use log.

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Mar 11, 2009

lanedance

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Hi kathrynag welcome to pf

i assume you're working with complex numbers...

does the complex expression of cos help
[tex]\cos{z} = \frac{e^{iz}+e^{-iz}}{2}[/tex]