Trigonometric Graphs
Explore the graphs of sine, cosine, and tangent functions. Students examine amplitude, period, and phase shifts.
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Explore the graphs of sine, cosine, and tangent functions. Students examine amplitude, period, and phase shifts.
Key Questions
- How do amplitude and period affect the shape of a sine wave?
- What are the key differences between sine and tangent graphs?
- How can trigonometric graphs model periodic phenomena?
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