Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Trigonometry

Trigonometry — practice question

(a)[4]

By expanding $\tan(2\theta + 2\theta)$ first, show that the equation $\tan 4\theta = \frac{1}{2}\tan\theta$ can be rewritten as $\tan^4\theta + 2\tan^2\theta - 7 = 0$.

(b)[3]

Hence, solve the equation $\tan 4\theta = \frac{1}{2}\tan\theta$, for $0^\circ < \theta < 180^\circ$.

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This 7-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Apply the double-angle formula to write $\tan4\theta$ in terms of $\tan2\theta$

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