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Solving equations and finding solution set

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Start date Oct 11, 2012
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AlisonWagner

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Oct 11, 2012

#1

Homework Statement

Solve the equation in the interval [0,2∏)
3 sinx-6 = sinx-5

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The Attempt at a Solution

I originally tried to set it equal to zero and then divide by the 3 and then factor out the sinx but I didn't think that made any sense? HELP!

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bigfooted

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Oct 11, 2012

#2

suppose sin(x) was called X. How would you then solve the problem?

AlisonWagner

Oct 11, 2012

#3

Ooh! I totally got it now! I was completely stuck until you said that. Thanks!

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