AP Calculus AB: 5.1.2 Graphing Trigonometric Functions
This flashcard set reviews key concepts for graphing trigonometric functions, including the importance of radian measure in calculus, conversion between degrees and radians, and recognizing features like amplitude and periodicity. It also includes simplification of common trig values and interpreting sine function graphs.
Graphing Trigonometric Functions
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Graphing Trigonometric Functions
Angles can be measured in degrees or radians. When using calculus, it is best to work with radian measure.
To convert from d...
note
In geometry, most students use degree measure to describe angles.
However, degree measure is just one arbitrary way of
de...
Convert 85° to radians.
85°=17π/36 radians
Convert 255° to radians.
17π/12 radians
Which of the following is the graph of y = 2 sin (x)?
graph with amplitude 2 and goes through origin
Simplify.
cosπ/4
√2/2
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Graphing Trigonometric Functions |
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Convert 85° to radians. | 85°=17π/36 radians |
Convert 255° to radians. | 17π/12 radians |
Which of the following is the graph of y = 2 sin (x)? | graph with amplitude 2 and goes through origin |
Simplify. cosπ/4 | √2/2 |
Simplify. sinπ/3 | √3/2 |
When dealing with trigonometric functions in Calculus, it is important to use which method of angle measure? | Radian measure |
Simplify. cosπ/2 | 0 |
Convert 120° to radians | 2π/3 radians |