Trigonometric identity from Euler's intro to analysis of infinite

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The discussion focuses on understanding a trigonometric identity presented in Euler's "Introduction to the Analysis of the Infinite." The identity in question is derived from the equation $$\sin(2y + z) = \sin(2y)\cos(z) + \cos(2y)\sin(z)$$. The user struggles with the transformation of the term $$\sin(2y) \cos(z)$$ into $$2\cos(y) \sin(y + z)$$, ultimately realizing that applying the identity $$\sin^2(x) = 1 - \cos^2(x)$$ allows for successful factoring to reach Euler's conclusion. This highlights the importance of recognizing fundamental trigonometric identities in complex equations.

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  • Understanding of trigonometric identities, specifically the double angle formulas.
  • Familiarity with Euler's work, particularly "Introduction to the Analysis of the Infinite."
  • Basic algebraic manipulation skills, including factoring and expanding expressions.
  • Knowledge of sine and cosine functions and their properties.
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  • Study the derivation of trigonometric identities, focusing on double angle formulas.
  • Explore Euler's "Introduction to the Analysis of the Infinite" for deeper insights into his methodologies.
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  • Learn about the application of trigonometric identities in calculus and advanced mathematics.
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So I'm trying to get through euler's introduction to the analysis of the infinite so I could eventually read his books on calculus but I'm stuck somewhere and can't seem to figure out how he equates this identity
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so by expanding I get sin(2y) * cos(z) + cos(2y) * sin(z).

I get that the second term of the equation [cos(2y) * sin(z)] gives cos2y - sin2y which gives - sin z if you take the negative out of the factor but I can't seem to figure out how sin(2y) * cos(z) = 2cosy * sin(y + z). I just get 2siny * cosy * cosz and can't seem to do anything else.

I'm probably missing something terribly obvious like always happens but I'd really appreciate some help I have nobody I can ask in real life and I don't like to just move on because the book gets more complicated. This is on page 104 if anyone cares to know.
 
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Left side:$$
\sin(2y+z) = \sin(2y)\cos z + \cos(2y)\sin z =
2\sin y\cos y \cos z + (2\cos^2y - 1)\sin z$$
Right side:$$
2\cos y(\sin y \cos z + \cos y \sin z)-\sin z=2\cos y \sin y \cos z
+2\cos^2 y \sin z -\sin z$$Does that do it for you?
 
Yes, thank you very much, figures I just had to use basic identify sin^2x = 1 - cos^2x and then simply factor to get to euler's answer.

I definitely should have seen that.
 

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