Graph of $y=\sin{x}-2$ on the domain $[0,2\pi]$

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The graph of the function $y=\sin{x}-2$ on the domain $[0,2\pi]$ represents a vertical shift of the standard sine function downwards by 2 units. Key parameters include an amplitude (A) of 1, a period (T) of $2\pi$, and a phase shift (PS) of 0. Understanding these parameters is essential for accurately graphing sinusoidal functions without the aid of graphing software. This discussion highlights the importance of recognizing the effects of vertical shifts on the sine function.

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Graph $y=\sin{x}-2$ on the domain $[0,2\pi]$
This is a sample math problem in preparation for the entrance exam for the USAF Academy
Even not asked I thot also the Period, Amplitude, PS and list some observations that should be know to graph without an app

1. we know that sin(0)=0 so sin(x) goes thru origin

$Y_{sin}=A\sin\left[\omega\left(x-\dfrac{\phi}{\omega} \right) \right]+B
\implies A\sin\left(\omega x-\phi \right)+B$
A=Amplitude B=Vertical Shift
T=Period= $\quad\dfrac{2\pi}{\omega}$
PS=Phase Shift $\quad\dfrac{\phi}{\omega}$
ok this get ? at times
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$y = \sin{x} - 2$

just shift $y=\sin{x}$ down 2 units … why are you making it more complicated than necessary?
 
skeeter said:
$y = \sin{x} - 2$

just shift $y=\sin{x}$ down 2 units … why are you making it more complicated than necessary?
well I know this is a very simple one but I get confused on PS and T
A and VS are easy

$A\sin\left(\omega x-\phi \right)+B\implies (1)\sin\left((1) x-(0) \right)+(-2)$

$T=\dfrac{2\pi}{1}=2\pi$
$PS=\quad\dfrac{0}{1}=0$
 
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