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State the horizontal shift of this graph relative to y=sin(4x).

Read the idea, work independently, then explain what changed.

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Revisit first: Trigonometric identities and transformations

TOPIC 01

The function y=A sin(ωx+φ)

Build understanding of the function y=a sin(ωx+φ) through definitions, contrasting cases and justified applications.

What you will be able to explain

  • Use the function y=a sin(ωx+φ) with explicit angle units and domains.
  • Connect representations and justify the steps, including boundary cases.
  • Explain a solution and apply the idea to a changed situation.

Try it. Leave your reasoning visible.

Use one hint at a time. A correction explains what changed, not just the final answer.

01 / Transfer#Your turn

State the horizontal shift of this graph relative to y=sin(4x).

y=sin⁡(4x+π/2)y=\sin(4x+\pi/2)
  • Use the domain, units and sampling assumptions stated in the question.
Skills and prerequisite lessons

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1
Separate amplitude, internal frequency, phase and vertical shift.
Hint 2
Factor out the frequency before reading the shift.
Worked solution

  1. Separate amplitude, internal frequency, phase and vertical shift.

  2. Calculate or simplify this relation.

    4x+π/2=4(x+π/8)4x+\pi/2=4(x+\pi/8)

  3. The horizontal shift is phase divided by frequency, with opposite sign.

Left by π/8.

Checks and common pitfalls: The horizontal shift is phase divided by frequency, with opposite sign.

Reasoning checklist · self / teacher assessment
  • State the relevant definition, condition or model.
  • Show a valid calculation, proof or counterexample.
  • Interpret the conclusion with its restrictions.

Think first. Reveal a hint when the class is ready.

Focus on one question

Teacher preparation and assessment

Question sequence

  • What must be true before using the main rule for the function y=a sin(ωx+φ)?
  • Which representation makes this task easier, and why?
  • Change one assumption. Does the conclusion survive?

Board plan

  • Use the function y=a sin(ωx+φ) with explicit angle units and domains.
  • Scale and cycle: Amplitude is |A|; for a nonconstant graph the least positive period is 2π/|ω|.
  • Phase shift: Factor ω to read the horizontal shift −φ/ω.
  • Close with: conditions → representation → reasoning → check.

Anticipated thinking

  • Expected reasoning: Amplitude is |A|; for a nonconstant graph the least positive period is 2π/|ω|.
  • Expected reasoning: Factor ω to read the horizontal shift −φ/ω.
  • Expected correction: A constant graph has no least positive period.

Assessment checklist

  • 1: identify the givens and required quantity.
  • 1: choose a valid definition, representation or method.
  • 1: present connected, correct reasoning.
  • 1: check conditions and explain the result.

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