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0580/21 May/Jun 2024, Question 20: Trigonometric Graphs and Equations

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 21 (Extended) · Calculator · 3 marks

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The question, in short

Solve 8 sin x + 6 = 1 for x in the interval 0° to 360°, giving all solutions.

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Solution · 3 marks

  1. 18 sin x = 1 − 6 = −5
  2. 2sin x = −5/8
  3. 3sin⁻¹(5/8) = 38.68…°
  4. 4x = 180 + 38.68 = 218.7° or x = 360 − 38.68 = 321.3°

Answer218.7, 321.3

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