Chapter 5
Algebra and Trigonometry Real Mathematics, Real People · 595 exercises
Problem 11
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=-2 \tan 2 x\)
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Problem 11
For which of the quadrant angles \(0, \pi / 2, \pi,\) and \(3 \pi / 2\) is the sine function equal to \(0 ?\)
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Problem 11
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=3 \sin 2 x$$
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Problem 12
Find the exact value of each expression, if possible, without using a calculator. (a) \(\arccos (-\sqrt{3})\) (b) \(\arcsin \frac{\sqrt{2}}{2}\)
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Problem 12
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=-4 \tan \frac{x}{3}\)
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Problem 12
Is the value of \(\cos 170^{\circ}\) equal to the value of \(\cos 10^{\circ} ?\)
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Problem 12
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=2 \cos 3 x$$
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Problem 13
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=\frac{1}{2} \cot \frac{x}{2}\)
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Problem 13
Sketch a right triangle corresponding to the trigonometric function of the acute angle \(\theta .\) Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the third side of the triangle and then find the values of the other five trigonometric functions of \(\theta\). $$\sin \theta=\frac{5}{6}$$
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Problem 13
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=5 \cos \frac{x}{2}$$
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Problem 13
Determine the quadrant in which each angle lies. (a) \(55^{\circ}\) (b) \(215^{\circ}\)
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Problem 14
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=3 \cot \pi x\)
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Problem 14
Sketch a right triangle corresponding to the trigonometric function of the acute angle \(\theta .\) Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the third side of the triangle and then find the values of the other five trigonometric functions of \(\theta\). $$\cot \theta=5$$
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Problem 14
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=-3 \sin \frac{x}{3}$$
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Problem 14
Determine the quadrant in which each angle lies. (a) \(121^{\circ}\) (b) \(181^{\circ}\)
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Problem 15
Consider the function \(y=\arcsin x\) (a) Use a graphing utility to complete the table. (b) Plot the points from the table in part (a) and graph the function. (Do not use a graphing utility.) (c) Use the graphing utility to graph the inverse sine function and compare the result with your handdrawn graph in part (b). (d) Determine any intercepts and symmetry of the graph.
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Problem 15
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=-\frac{1}{2} \sec x\)
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Problem 15
Sketch a right triangle corresponding to the trigonometric function of the acute angle \(\theta .\) Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the third side of the triangle and then find the values of the other five trigonometric functions of \(\theta\). $$\sec \theta=4$$
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Problem 15
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=\frac{2}{3} \sin \pi x$$
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Problem 15
Determine the quadrant in which each angle lies. (a) \(-150^{\circ}\) (b) \(282^{\circ}\)
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Problem 16
Consider the function \(y=\arctan x\) (a) Use a graphing utility to complete the table. (b) Plot the points from the table in part (a) and graph the function. (Do not use a graphing utility.) (c) Use the graphing utility to graph the inverse tangent function and compare the result with your hand drawn graph in part (b). (d) Determine the horizontal asymptotes of the graph.
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Problem 16
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=\frac{1}{4} \sec x\)
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Problem 16
Sketch a right triangle corresponding to the trigonometric function of the acute angle \(\theta .\) Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the third side of the triangle and then find the values of the other five trigonometric functions of \(\theta\). $$\cos \theta=\frac{3}{7}$$
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Problem 16
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=\frac{3}{2} \cos \frac{\pi x}{2}$$
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Problem 16
Determine the quadrant in which each angle lies. (a) \(87.9^{\circ}\) (b) \(-8.5^{\circ}\)
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Problem 17
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=3 \csc \frac{x}{2}\)
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Problem 17
Sketch a right triangle corresponding to the trigonometric function of the acute angle \(\theta .\) Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the third side of the triangle and then find the values of the other five trigonometric functions of \(\theta\). $$\tan \theta=3$$
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Problem 17
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=-2 \sin x$$
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Problem 17
Determine the quadrant in which each angle lies. (a) \(132^{\circ} 50^{\prime}\) (b) \(-336^{\circ} 30^{\prime}\)
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Problem 18
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=-\csc \frac{x}{3}\)
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Problem 18
Sketch a right triangle corresponding to the trigonometric function of the acute angle \(\theta .\) Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the third side of the triangle and then find the values of the other five trigonometric functions of \(\theta\). $$\csc \theta=\frac{17}{4}$$
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Problem 18
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=-\cos \frac{2 x}{5}$$
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Problem 18
Determine the quadrant in which each angle lies. (a) \(-245.25^{\circ}\) (b) \(12.35^{\circ}\)
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Problem 19
A ladder that is 20 feet long leans against the side of a house. The angle of elevation of the ladder is \(75^{\circ} .\) Find the height from the top of the ladder to the ground.
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Problem 19
Use a calculator to approximate the value of the expression, if possible. Round your answer to the nearest hundredth. arcsin 0.45
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Problem 19
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=\sec \pi x-3\)
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Problem 19
The point is on the terminal side of an angle in standard position. Determine the exact values of the six trigonometric functions of the angle. $$(7,24)$$
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Problem 19
Sketch a right triangle corresponding to the trigonometric function of the acute angle \(\theta .\) Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the third side of the triangle and then find the values of the other five trigonometric functions of \(\theta\). $$\cot \theta=\frac{3}{2}$$
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Problem 19
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=\frac{1}{4} \cos \frac{4 x}{3}$$
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Problem 19
Sketch each angle in standard position. (a) \(45^{\circ}\) (b) \(90^{\circ}\)
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Problem 20
An electrician is running wire from the electric box on a house to a utility pole 75 feet away. The angle of elevation to the connection on the pole is \(16^{\circ} .\) How much wire does the electrician need?
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Problem 20
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=\sec \pi x-3\)
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Problem 20
The point is on the terminal side of an angle in standard position. Determine the exact values of the six trigonometric functions of the angle. $$(8,15)$$
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Problem 20
Sketch a right triangle corresponding to the trigonometric function of the acute angle \(\theta .\) Use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine the third side of the triangle and then find the values of the other five trigonometric functions of \(\theta\). $$\sin \theta=\frac{3}{8}$$
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Problem 20
Find the period and amplitude. $$y=\frac{5}{2} \cos \frac{x}{4}$$
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Problem 20
Sketch each angle in standard position. (a) \(60^{\circ}\) (b) \(180^{\circ}\)
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Problem 21
A cadet rappelling down a cliff on a rope needs help. A cadet on the ground pulls tight on the end of the rope that hangs down from the rappelling cadet to lock the cadet in place. The length of the rope between the two cadets is 120 feet, and the angle of elevation of the rope is \(66^{\circ} .\) The cadet on the ground is holding the rope at a height of 4 feet. How high above the ground is the cadct on the rope?
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Problem 21
Use a calculator to approximate the value of the expression, if possible. Round your answer to the nearest hundredth. \(\tan ^{-1} 0.75\)
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Problem 21
Sketch the graph of the function. (Include two full periods.) Use a graphing utility to verify your result. \(y=2 \tan \frac{\pi x}{4}\)
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Problem 21
The point is on the terminal side of an angle in standard position. Determine the exact values of the six trigonometric functions of the angle. $$(5,-12)$$
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