Solve the equation 2 = 3

MATHEMATICS · Multi-part · A Level · Mathematics · Trigonometry · Trigonometry

Problem

Solve the equation tan⁡2θ=3 tan⁡θ\tan 2\theta = \sqrt{3}\,\tan \theta for 0<θ<2π0<\theta<2\pi and answer the following: (i) Express the given equation as a quadratic equation in tan⁡θ\tan\theta, clearly stating any restrictions required for its validity. (ii) Solve the quadratic equation to obtain all possible values of tan⁡θ\tan\theta. (iii) From the values obtained in part (ii), write the general solution(s) for θ\theta, considering all necessary conditions on θ\theta. (iv) Hence, list all solutions of the original equation that lie strictly between 00 and 2π2\pi. Arrange them in ascending order.

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