Trig idents while computing limit

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The discussion revolves around the application of trigonometric identities in the context of computing limits. Participants are examining a specific problem that involves expanding expressions using trigonometric identities.

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  • Exploratory, Mathematical reasoning, Assumption checking

Approaches and Questions Raised

  • Participants discuss the use of trigonometric identities to expand terms and the challenges faced in factoring expressions. Questions arise regarding potential errors in expansions and the handling of specific terms like sin(h).

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Some guidance has been offered regarding factoring techniques to align with a provided solution guide. Participants are actively engaging with each other's reasoning, and there is a recognition of oversight in the problem-solving process.

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There is mention of a solution path from a textbook, and participants are comparing their approaches to this reference. The discussion reflects uncertainty about specific steps in the problem-solving process.

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My screenshots show an attempt at a solution and the given solution path from the book, but I can't seem to figure it out.
 

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That is the identity I used to expand the (x+h) terms but could not factor to the next step due to the sin(h) term... unless I made an error in my expansion that I haven't caught?
 
In your work, factor a sin(x) from the first 2 terms and cos(x) from the next 2 terms. You should now have the same as the solution guide. Note that it takes 2 lines to display theirs. I don't know what you've done in the denominator, though. .
 
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Thanks. I don't know why I didn't see that.
 

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