Trignometric identiy (LOADS o HELP ;D )

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The discussion focuses on solving the trigonometric identity involving the equation sin(pi + A) / cos(2pi + A) + sec(pi - A) / csc(2pi - A) = 0. Participants emphasize using trigonometric identities, such as sin(pi + A) = -sin(A) and the periodic properties of sine and cosine functions. Simplification of terms like sin(pi) and cos(2pi) to 0 and 1, respectively, is recommended to facilitate solving the equation. The importance of understanding the periodic nature of trigonometric functions is highlighted for finding solutions. Overall, the discussion aims to clarify the steps needed to simplify and solve the given trigonometric identity.
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Homework Statement



sin(pi +A) sec(pi-A)
--------- + ---------- = 0
cos (2pi + A) csc(2pi-A)

Homework Equations


cscx=1/sinx
secx=1/cosx
sin(x+y)=sinxcosy+cosxsiny
sin(x-y)=sinxcosy-cosxsiny
cos(x+y)= cosxcosy-sinxsiny
cos(x-y)= cosxcosy+sinxsiny

The Attempt at a Solution


LS
sin pi cosA + cosA sin pi || 1/cos pi cos A + sin pi sin A
------------------------ + --------------------------
cos 2pi cosA + sin 2pi sinA || 1/sin pi cos A - cos pi sin A


the || is a seperator of the fractions

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if it helps, i got this one to equal zero :)
 
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First off, use the identities that involve the sum of pi and an angle. E.g., sin(pi + A) = -sin(A) and cos(pi + A) = -cos(A). Also, cos(2pi + A) = cos(A) and so on.

Since all of the trig functions are periodic with period 2pi, f(2pi + A) = f(A), where f represents sine, cosine, tangent (yes I know that tangent's period is pi), and all the rest.

In the work you did, you have sin(pi) and cos(2pi) and all. Simplify those to 0 and 1, respectively.
 
Is this your equation?

\frac {\sin (\pi+A)}{\cos(2\pi+A} \ + \ \frac{\sec(\pi-A)}{\csc(2\pi+A)} \ = \ 0
 
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