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Grade 11 EAPP QUARTER 2

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Circular Functions, Coterminal Angles,

and Reference Angles: A Simplified


Guide
Mathematics becomes more exciting when we understand its
application in various fields, from physics to engineering.
Circular functions, coterminal angles, and reference angles are
essential concepts in trigonometry that Grade 11 STEM students
frequently encounter. Let’s break these down into simpler terms,
with examples and practical tips to help you excel.

Circular Functions Circular Functions Examples:


Key Idea: Example 1: Consider an angle of 30 degrees.
Circular functions are The values of The point on the unit circle corresponding
circular functions
functions derived from the correspond to the
to 30 degrees has coordinates ( 3/2,1/2).

unit circle, which is a coordinates of Therefore, sin(30º) = 1/2, cos(30°) = 3/2,


points on the unit
circle with a radius of 1 circle.
and tan(30º) = (1/2) / ( 3/2) = 1/ 3.

centered at the origin (0,0) Example 2: For an angle of 135 degrees, the
point on the unit circle is (- 2/2, 2/2).
on the coordinate plane.
These functions include sine Study Tip:
Thus, sin(135°) = 2/2, cos(135°) = - 2/2,
and tan(135º) = ( 2/2) / (- 2/2) = -
1.
(sin), cosine (cos), tangent Memorize the unit
circle values for
(tan), and their common angles (0°,
Example 3: An angle of 270 degrees
corresponds to the point (0, -1).
reciprocals: cosecant, 30°, 45°, etc.) to
make solving
secant, and cotangent. problems easier.
Therefore, sin(270°) = -1, cos(270°) = 0,
and tan(270°) is undefined (division by
zero)
Things to Remember on How to Find the
Exact Values of Circular Functions
P (x, y) P (cos, sin)

Qll Ql (-,+) (+,+) (-,+) (+,+)

Qlll QlV (-,-) (+,-) (-,-) (+,-)

x≠0
Circular Functions, Coterminal
Angles, and Reference Angles:
A Simplified Guide

Coterminal Angles Key Idea:


Coterminal Angles Examples:
To find
Example 1:
Coterminal angles are coterminal
angles, add or
angles in standard subtract 360° (or 30° and 390° are coterminal
2π radians) to because 390° - 360° = 30°.
position that share the given angle.

the same initial and Example 2:

terminal sides but -150° and 210° are coterminal


Study Tip:
differ by multiples Always reduce because 210° - 360° = -150°.
angles to a range
of 360 degrees between 0° and Example 3:
360° (or 0 to 2π)
In radians, π4 and
(or 2π radians). for clarity.
9π/4 are coterminal
because 9π/4 - 2π = π4.
Additional Information
about Coterminal Angles
If the terminal side does not lie along a Angles in Standard Position
coordinate axis, then the angle is often referred
An angle is in standard position if it's
to in terms of the quadrant in which the terminal
drawn in the xy-plane with its vertex
side lies. The figure below shows that α is a first-
at the origin and its initial side on the
quadrant angle, β is a second-quadrant angle, y is
positive x-axis.
a third-quadrant angle, and θ is fourth-quadrant
angle.
Circular Functions, Coterminal
Angles, and Reference Angles:
A Simplified Guide

Reference Angles Coterminal Angles Examples:


Key Idea:
A reference angle is A reference angle
Example 1:
is always between
the acute angle 0° and 90° (0 to The reference angle for 150° is
π/2 radians). 30° because 180° - 150° = 30°
formed by the
terminal side of the Example 2:
The reference angle for -225°
given angle and the is 45° because 225° - 180° = 45°
Study Tip: Use
x-axis. It helps quadrant rules to
determine the sign of
Example 3:
simplify the function based on
the angle’s location
The reference angle for 5π/3 is
trigonometric in the coordinate
plane. π/3 because 2π - 5π/3 = π/3
calculations.
REFERENCE ANGLE

The following figures give examples of the standard angle and the reference angle
for the different quadrants.
Helpful Tips for Mastery:

Visualize: Always sketch the angle on the unit circle to


understand its position.

Memorize Key Angles: Learn the trigonometric values for common


angles like 0°, 30°, 45°, 60°, and 90°.
Use Mnemonics: For signs of trigonometric functions in quadrants, remember
“All Students Take Calculus”:
• Quadrant I: All functions are positive.
• Quadrant II: Only sine is positive.
• Quadrant III: Only tangent is positive.
• Quadrant IV: Only cosine is positive.
Practice: Solve a variety of problems to become familiar with
conversions, coterminal angles, and reference angles.

By mastering these concepts, you’ll be well-prepared to


tackle trigonometry with confidence!

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