Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

Find the most general values of θ\theta which satisfies the equations sin⁡θ=−12\sin \theta = -\frac{1}{2} and tan⁡θ=13\tan \theta = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} .
Intuitive explanation

The key is recognizing that both equations must be satisfied simultaneously, so you're looking for angles where the sine and tangent values match those constraints at the same time. Start by finding which quadrant(s) allow both conditions: sin⁡θ=−12\sin \theta = -\frac{1}{2} narrows you to quadrants III and IV, while tan⁡θ=13>0\tan \theta = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} > 0 means quadrants I or III. Only quadrant III satisfies both, so you're finding a specific angle there, then adding the full period to capture all solutions.

Intuitive explanation

The key is recognizing that both equations must be satisfied simultaneously, so you're looking for angles where the sine and tangent values match those constraints at the same time. Start by finding which quadrant(s) allow both conditions: sin⁡θ=−12\sin \theta = -\frac{1}{2} narrows you to quadrants III and IV, while tan⁡θ=13>0\tan \theta = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} > 0 means quadrants I or III. Only quadrant III satisfies both, so you're finding a specific angle there, then adding the full period to capture all solutions.

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