Trigonometric Synthesis and Periodic Motion · Geometry & Measurement

Trigonometric Identities and Proof

Using algebraic manipulation to prove equivalence between complex trigonometric expressions.

Key Questions

  1. 1How can the Pythagorean identity be adapted to simplify higher order trigonometric equations?
  2. 2Why are trigonometric identities essential for solving integration problems in calculus?
  3. 3What strategies are most effective when trying to transform one side of an equation into the other?

Common Core State Standards

CCSS.Math.Content.HSF.TF.C.8CCSS.Math.Content.HSF.TF.C.9
Grade: 12th Grade
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: Trigonometric Synthesis and Periodic Motion
Period: Geometry & Measurement

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