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Write the least positive period as cπ. Find c.

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TOPIC 01

Trigonometric ratios and function graphs

Frequency 3 divides the period; it does not multiply it.

PREDICT → MOVE → EXPLAIN

See amplitude, period and phase together.

Predict the number of cycles and the horizontal shift. Switch angle units without changing the curve.

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01 / Standard#Your turn

Write the least positive period as cπ. Find c.

y=cos⁡(3x),x in radiansy=\cos(3x),\quad x\text{ in radians}

Working and explanation

BUILD THE REASONING

Hint 1
Cosine repeats after an argument change of 2π.
Hint 2
Solve 3T=2π.
Worked solution
  1. Account for the horizontal scale.

    T=2π3T=\frac{2\pi}{3}
  2. Read the coefficient.

    c=23c=\frac23

c=2/3.

Checks and common pitfalls: Frequency 3 divides the period; it does not multiply it.

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