Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Trigonometry

Trigonometry — practice question

(a)[6]

Write $4 \cos \theta \sin(\theta + 30^\circ)$ as $R \cos(2\theta - \alpha) + k$, with $R > 0$, $0^\circ < \alpha < 90^\circ$ and $k$ constant.

(b)[5]

Hence determine the solutions of $12 \cos 2\phi \sin (2\phi + 30^\circ) = 5$ for $0^\circ < \phi < 90^\circ$.

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This 11-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: After expansion, reach the form $k_1\cos\theta\sin\theta+k_2\cos^2\theta$

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