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Find the solutions of $4\sin^4\theta + 12\sin^2\theta - 7 = 0$ for $0^\circ \leq \theta \leq 360^\circ$.
Mathematics 9709 · AS & A Level · Trigonometry
Find the solutions of $4\sin^4\theta + 12\sin^2\theta - 7 = 0$ for $0^\circ \leq \theta \leq 360^\circ$.
This 4-mark question has a full step-by-step worked solution and mark scheme. One marking point: “Use $x=\sin^2\theta$ and then obtain $(2x+7)(2x-1)=0$ or an equivalent form.” …