(Modeling) Grade Resistance Solve each problem. See Example 3. A 3000-lb car traveling uphill has a grade resistance of 150 lb. Find the angle of the grade to the nearest tenth of a degree.
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- 0. Review of College Algebra4h 45m
- 1. Measuring Angles40m
- 2. Trigonometric Functions on Right Triangles2h 5m
- 3. Unit Circle1h 19m
- 4. Graphing Trigonometric Functions1h 19m
- 5. Inverse Trigonometric Functions and Basic Trigonometric Equations1h 41m
- 6. Trigonometric Identities and More Equations2h 34m
- 7. Non-Right Triangles1h 38m
- 8. Vectors2h 25m
- 9. Polar Equations2h 5m
- 10. Parametric Equations1h 6m
- 11. Graphing Complex Numbers1h 7m
3. Unit Circle
Trigonometric Functions on the Unit Circle
Problem 2.3.48
Textbook Question
Use a calculator to evaluate each expression. 2 sin 25°13' cos 25°13' - sin 50°26'
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First, recognize that the angles are given in degrees and minutes. Convert the angle 25°13' into decimal degrees if needed, or use the angle directly in your calculator by inputting degrees and minutes appropriately.
Recall the double-angle identity for sine: \(\sin(2\theta) = 2 \sin \theta \cos \theta\). Notice that the expression \(2 \sin 25°13' \cos 25°13'\) matches the left side of this identity with \(\theta = 25°13'\).
Rewrite the expression \(2 \sin 25°13' \cos 25°13'\) as \(\sin(2 \times 25°13')\), which simplifies to \(\sin 50°26'\).
Substitute this back into the original expression to get \(\sin 50°26' - \sin 50°26'\).
Since the two terms are the same, their difference is zero. This shows the expression simplifies to zero without needing further calculation.
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Trigonometric Functions and Their Values
Sine and cosine are fundamental trigonometric functions that relate angles to ratios of sides in a right triangle. Understanding how to evaluate these functions for given angles, including those expressed in degrees and minutes, is essential for solving the expression.
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Angle Conversion and Notation
Angles given in degrees and minutes (e.g., 25°13') must be accurately interpreted or converted to decimal degrees for calculator input. One minute equals 1/60 of a degree, so converting ensures precise evaluation of trigonometric functions.
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Trigonometric Identities
The expression involves terms like 2 sin A cos A and sin 2A, which are connected by the double-angle identity: sin 2A = 2 sin A cos A. Recognizing and applying this identity simplifies the expression and aids in verifying the result.
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