Solving for Theta in 2bcosθ=2sinθ-1 Quadratic Equation

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Homework Statement


2bcosθ=2sinθ-1 where b is a constant

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The Attempt at a Solution


I squared both sides, foiled, and changed the cosθ2 to a 1-sin2θ. Was told I need to solve a quadratic for sine? I don't see it.
 
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Vitani11 said:

Homework Statement


2bcosθ=2sinθ-1 where b is a constant

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution


I squared both sides, foiled, and changed the cosθ2 to a 1-sin2θ. Was told I need to solve a quadratic for sine? I don't see it.

How can you not end up with a quadratic in ##\sin \theta##?
 
Awesome, got it. Thanks!