Can you multiply the double angle forumla?

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In summary, the person asking the question cannot use the double angle formula to make sin4x into 4sinxcosx. The double-angle formula only applies when the angle is 2A, so in order to use it, the person would need to write sin(4x) as sin(2(2x)). They should also be careful to follow the pattern used in the formula.
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Homework Statement


I have sin4x, can I use the double angle forumla and make it 4sinxcosx?


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double angle forumla


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sin4x----> 4sinxcosx
 
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...try graphing both and see if they're the same.
 
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musiclover55 said:

Homework Statement


I have sin4x, can I use the double angle forumla and make it 4sinxcosx?
In a word, no.
The double-angle formula says that sin(2A) = 2*sin(A)cos(A).

When you use formulas, you need to be very careful to follow the pattern being used.
If you write sin(4x) as sin(2(2x)), you can use the double-angle formula, replacing A in the above by 2x.
musiclover55 said:

Homework Equations


double angle forumla


The Attempt at a Solution


sin4x----> 4sinxcosx
 

FAQ: Can you multiply the double angle forumla?

What is the double angle formula?

The double angle formula is a trigonometric identity that allows you to expand the trigonometric functions of a double angle. It is often used to simplify and solve trigonometric equations.

How do you multiply the double angle formula?

To multiply the double angle formula, you can use the identity: sin(2x) = 2sin(x)cos(x) or cos(2x) = cos^2(x) - sin^2(x). You can also use the product-to-sum identities to expand and simplify the equation.

When would you use the double angle formula?

The double angle formula is commonly used in calculus, physics, and engineering to solve equations involving trigonometric functions. It is also useful in finding the values of unknown angles in right-angled triangles.

Can you provide an example of multiplying the double angle formula?

Yes, for example, if we have the equation sin(2x), we can use the identity sin(2x) = 2sin(x)cos(x) to expand it to 2sin(x)cos(x). Similarly, if we have the equation cos(2x), we can use the identity cos(2x) = cos^2(x) - sin^2(x) to expand it to cos^2(x) - sin^2(x).

Are there any variations of the double angle formula?

Yes, there are various variations of the double angle formula, including the half-angle formula, triple angle formula, and the power-reducing formula. These identities can be derived from the double angle formula and are useful in solving more complex trigonometric equations.

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