OAU Post-UTME Mathematics 2021 (Batch B) Question 13

Question 13

Trigonometry

Solve sin2x + 2 sin x + 1 = 0 for 0° < x < 360°.

  1. A.90°
  2. B.180°
  3. C.210°
  4. D.270°
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (270°)

Explanation

(sin x + 1)² = 0, so sin x = −1, which happens at x = 270°.