Trig questions. Which ones are true.

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The discussion revolves around the truth of various trigonometric identities and equations, focusing on the validity of specific statements involving sine and cosine functions.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking, Conceptual clarification

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  • Participants examine the truth of each statement, with some suggesting verification through graphing calculators and others questioning the implications of phase shifts and specific values of theta.

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Some participants express uncertainty about the correctness of certain answers, particularly regarding statements b and d, while others affirm some of the original poster's claims. The discussion is ongoing with various interpretations being explored.

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There is mention of potential constraints regarding the need for proof versus simple verification, as well as the importance of specific values of theta in evaluating the statements.

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Which of the following are true?

a) sin (theta − [pi/2]) = sin (theta)
b) (sin [pi/3])(cos [pi/8]) = (sin [(3pi)/8])(cos [(3pi)/8])
c) sin (theta + theta) = sin (2theta)
d) (sin [2theta])/(sin [3theta]) = 2/3

a) F
b) F
c) T
d) T

Tell me I got the right answers, please.
 
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d is wrong. b looks right, but I would want to check it, just to be safe. The others are right.
 


If you have a graphing calculator you can graph both equation to verify they are equal.
 


a: pi/2 is just the phase shift. Will pi/2 make them out of phase?

b: with no variable (Theta) plug and chug in the calculator unless you teacher wants you to prove?

c: does does x+x=2x?

d: when Theta =? or maybe I should say will it for any Theta.
 

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