Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Trigonometry

Trigonometry — practice question

(i)[4]

Show that the equation $\tan(60^\circ + \theta) + \tan(60^\circ - \theta) = k$ may be rearranged into the form $(2\sqrt{3})(1 + \tan^2 \theta) = k(1 - 3\tan^2 \theta)$.

(ii)[3]

Hence solve the equation $\tan(60^\circ + \theta) + \tan(60^\circ - \theta) = 3\sqrt{3}$, giving every solution in the interval $0^\circ \leq \theta \leq 180^\circ$.

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This 7-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Apply the $\tan(A\pm B)$ formula correctly at least once, and reach an equation involving $\tan\theta$

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