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June 2014 p12 q3
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The reflex angle \(\theta\) is such that \(\cos \theta = k\), where \(0 < k < 1\).
(i) Find an expression, in terms of \(k\), for
(a) \(\sin \theta\),
(b) \(\tan \theta\).
(ii) Explain why \(\sin 2\theta\) is negative for \(0 < k < 1\).
Solution
(i) (a) Since \(\theta\) is a reflex angle, it is in the 4th quadrant where sine is negative. Using the identity \(\sin^2 \theta + \cos^2 \theta = 1\), we have:
(ii) Since \(\theta\) is in the 4th quadrant, \(2\theta\) will be in the range of 540° to 720°, which corresponds to the 3rd and 4th quadrants. In both these quadrants, \(\sin 2\theta\) is negative.