Modelling with Trigonometric Functions
Formulating trigonometric models to solve problems involving tides, pendulums, and other periodic motions.
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Formulating trigonometric models to solve problems involving tides, pendulums, and other periodic motions.
Key Questions
- How do we choose the right trigonometric function for a model?
- What do amplitude and period represent in real-world contexts?
- How do we interpret the solutions of our model?
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