Trigonometric Functions

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📚 Key Concepts

  • Angles: degree and radian measure
  • Signs of trigonometric functions in different quadrants
  • Trigonometric ratios of:
    • Standard angles (0°, 30°, 45°, 60°, 90°)
    • Complementary angles
    • Negative angles
  • Trigonometric identities
  • Domain and range of trigonometric functions
  • Trigonometric ratios of sum/difference of angles
  • 🎯 Key Formulas

  • Radian-Degree conversion: 1° = π/180 radians
  • Sum and Difference formulas:
    • sin(A±B) = sinA cosB ± cosA sinB
    • cos(A±B) = cosA cosB ∓ sinA sinB
    • tan(A±B) = (tanA ± tanB)/(1 ∓ tanA tanB)
  • Basic Identities:
    • sin²θ + cos²θ = 1
    • 1 + tan²θ = sec²θ
    • 1 + cot²θ = cosec²θ
  • ⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Wrong quadrant identification
  • Sign errors in sum/difference formulas
  • Confusion between degree and radian
  • Incorrect conversion of negative angles
  • Wrong application of identities
  • Domain/range misconceptions
  • 📖 Knowledge Prerequisites

  • Basic algebra
  • Coordinate geometry
  • Concept of functions
  • Understanding of angles and their measurement
  • 💡 Tips for Students

  • Memorize values of standard angles
  • Practice ASTC rule for quadrants
  • Draw diagrams for complex problems
  • Use unit circle for visualization
  • Remember signs in different quadrants
  • 👉 Practice Recommedations

  • Convert between degrees and radians
  • Find values of standard angles
  • Apply trigonometric identities
  • Solve equations using sum/difference formulas
  • Practice domain and range problems
  • Work with negative angles
  • Use graphs to understand behavior
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