Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Trigonometry

Trigonometry — practice question

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Solve the equation $2\cos x - \cos\left(\frac{1}{2}x\right) = 1$ for $0 \leq x \leq 2\pi$.

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This 5-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Apply the correct double angle formula to form an equation that involves only $\cos\left(\frac{x}{2}\right)$.

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