WAEC Mathematics 2010 Question 26

Question 26

Trigonometry

If sin 3y = cos 2y and 0° ≤ y ≤ 90°, find the value of y.

  1. A.18°
  2. B.36°
  3. C.54°
  4. D.90°
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Answer: A (18°)

Explanation

sin A = cos B when A + B = 90°: 3y + 2y = 90°, so y = 18°.