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Calculus. The Unit circle. Def : If the terminal side of an angle is in standard position and intersects the unit circle at P( x,y ) then x = cos Ɵ and y = sin Ɵ. Trig functions defined using the unit circle are called circular functions. .
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Calculus The Unit circle
Def: If the terminal side of an angle is in standard position and intersects the unit circle at P(x,y) then x = cos Ɵ and y = sin Ɵ Trig functions defined using the unit circle are called circular functions.
Def: Quadrantal Angles:Angles whose terminal side coincides with either the x-axis or the y-axis are called quadrantal angles.
Def: Trigonometric Identities: The trigonometric identities are relationships which are true for all values of the variables for which the expressions are defined.
3. Use trig identities to simplify the following
Suggestions • Change everything to sine and cosine • Substitute basic trig identities • Factor or foil the expression • Multiply both numerator and denominator by the same thing • Find a common denominator for sums and differences
Homework Practice worksheet: The Unit Circle