Summary of "三角関数①【三角方程式・不等式】"

Summary of “三角関数①【三角方程式・不等式】”

This video covers trigonometric equations and inequalities, focusing on understanding the behavior of sine, cosine, and tangent functions, solving related equations and inequalities, and interpreting their graphs and ranges. The explanation emphasizes practical problem-solving strategies, including graphical methods and interval analysis, to find solutions within specified domains.

Main Ideas and Concepts

Trigonometric Inequalities Overview Introduces inequalities involving trigonometric functions, explaining how to determine solution sets based on function values and their graphical representations.
Graphical Understanding of Sine, Cosine, and Tangent
- Sine and cosine values range between -1 and 1.
- The sine function reaches 0 at multiples of 180° (π radians), peaks at 90° (π/2), and bottoms at 270° (3π/2).
- Cosine corresponds to the x-coordinate on the unit circle and varies depending on the quadrant.
- Tangent is undefined at 90° and 270° (where cosine = 0), so inequalities involving tangent require considering the function separately on intervals divided by these points.
Use of the Unit Circle and Graphs for Solving Solutions are found by plotting the function on the unit circle or graph, then identifying intervals where the function satisfies the inequality.
Solving Trigonometric Equations
- Identify standard angles where sine, cosine, or tangent take specific values (e.g., 1/2, √3/2).
- Use symmetry and periodicity of trigonometric functions to find all solutions within the given domain.
- Visualize solutions by drawing vertical or horizontal lines on graphs (e.g., where y = 1/2 intersects the sine curve).
Solving Trigonometric Inequalities
- Determine intervals where the function is greater or less than a given value.
- Pay attention to whether endpoints are included (≥, ≤) or excluded (> , <).
- Consider domain or range restrictions (e.g., from 0 to 2π).
- Use the unit circle to mark starting points (“starting line”) and move around the circle to identify solution intervals.
Handling Complex Inequalities
- For transformations (e.g., sin(x) + 3 ≥ 0), adjust the function accordingly and solve for x.
- Multiply or divide inequalities carefully to maintain the correct inequality direction.
- Consider multiple intervals or “laps” around the unit circle if the domain is large.
Special Notes on Tangent Inequalities
- Tangent is discontinuous at certain points; split the domain into intervals separated by these discontinuities.
- Analyze each interval separately to find valid solutions.

Methodology / Step-by-Step Instructions for Solving Trigonometric Inequalities

Identify the trigonometric function involved (sin, cos, tan).
Understand the function’s behavior and range:
- sin and cos range between -1 and 1.
- tan has vertical asymptotes where cos = 0.
Determine the target value or inequality condition (e.g., sin x > 1/2).
Draw or visualize the unit circle or graph of the function.
Mark key points where the function equals the boundary value:
- For sin x = 1/2, mark ( x = \frac{\pi}{6} ) and ( \frac{5\pi}{6} ).
- For cos x = 1/2, mark ( x = \frac{\pi}{3} ) and ( \frac{5\pi}{3} ).
Identify intervals where the inequality holds true by examining the graph or unit circle.
Check domain restrictions and include only solutions within the given interval.
For tangent inequalities, split the domain at points where tangent is undefined (e.g., ( \frac{\pi}{2}, \frac{3\pi}{2} )) and solve on each interval separately.
Write the solution set in interval notation, noting whether endpoints are included or excluded.
If the inequality involves transformations (e.g., sin x + 3 ≥ 0), adjust the function and solve accordingly.

Additional Notes

The instructor stresses the importance of knowing key values and angles by heart to speed up problem-solving.
Graphical intuition is encouraged to visualize solutions rather than relying solely on algebraic manipulation.
The video briefly touches on applications such as finding areas or volumes using trigonometric functions and their graphs.
The explanation is informal and includes some digressions, but the core lesson focuses on mastering the relationship between trigonometric functions, their graphs, and solving inequalities within specified domains.

Speakers / Sources

Primary Speaker: Unnamed Japanese instructor (likely a math teacher or tutor) explaining trigonometric equations and inequalities.
No other speakers or external sources are explicitly identified in the subtitles.

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