Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Trigonometry

Trigonometry — practice question

(a)[3]

Show that the equation $4\sin x + \frac{5}{\tan x} + \frac{2}{\sin x} = 0$ can be rewritten in the form $a\cos^2 x + b\cos x + c = 0$, where $a$, $b$ and $c$ are integers to be found.

(b)[3]

Hence solve for $x$ in the equation $4\sin x + \frac{5}{\tan x} + \frac{2}{\sin x} = 0$ for $0^\circ \leq x \leq 360^\circ$.

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This 6-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: Multiply through to reach $4\sin^2x+5\cos x+2=0$

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