Curated OER
Graphing Trig Functions
In this graphing trigonometric functions worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 10 various types of problems. First, they graph each functions as shown. Then, students find the domain in each given function. In addition, they find...
EngageNY
Waves, Sinusoids, and Identities
What is the net effect when two waves interfere with each other? The lesson plan answers this question by helping the class visualize waves through graphing. Pupils graph individual waves and determine the effect of the interference...
Curated OER
Trigonometric Graphs
In this trigonometric graphs learning exercise, 11th graders solve and complete 16 different problems. First, they determine the period of the given functions. Then, students describe the period, amplitude, and vertical shift of each...
Illustrative Mathematics
Foxes and Rabbits 2
The fox population chases the rabbit population. Groups model the populations of foxes and rabbits with two trigonometric functions. Individuals graph both trigonometric models on the same graph, and then teams determine an explanation...
Schoolcraft College
Trigonometry
This trigonometry textbook takes the learner from a basic understanding of angles and triangles through the use of polar coordinates on the complex plane. Written by a mathematician-engineer, examples and problems here are used to...
Curated OER
Graph Trigonometric Functions
In this graphing trigonometric functions activity, students graph 1 sine equation. Students plot the graph of the function y=-0.5sin(-3x).
Curated OER
Trigonometry Practice: Trigonometric Graphs #2
In this trigonometric functions worksheet, students solve 8 multiple choice and graphing problems. Students graph trigonometric functions given an equation and match graphs to a given scenario.
Curated OER
Trigonometry Review Sheet
Get the trig facts fast, and use the review sheet as a guide in the classroom. The worksheet also includes a document version if any changes are needed to the problems. The information includes a small degree/radian chart, a graph of all...
Concord Consortium
Broken Spreadsheet II
Work in reverse with the product becoming the given. Using a spreadsheet image of the graph of a trigonometric function, young scholars investigate methods of creating spreadsheet data that results in the given graph. The catch? The data...
101 Questions
Ferris Wheel
Around and around you'll go! Learners analyze the periodic nature of a Ferris wheel. Using a trigonometric function, they make predictions about the location of a specific car at the end of the ride and its total trips around the circle.
Curated OER
Trigonometric Functions
In this trigonometric functions worksheet, students graph a given trigonometric function. This one-page worksheet contains 1 problem. Graph paper is included.
Curated OER
Ratios in Right Triangles
Learners calculate the sides of right triangles in this trigonometric ratios lesson. They use Cabri Jr. software and TI-83 or TI-84 calculators to find the side lengths and their ratios to each other for various triangles. The provided...
Illustrative Mathematics
Foxes and Rabbits 3
Model periodic populations. Here, in the context of foxes and rabbits, pupils look at graphs of the populations of these animals in a national park over a span of 24 months. Groups analyze the graphs and determine trigonometric functions...
K20 LEARN
Round and Round We Go
Connect the dots on trigonometry with K'nex. Scholars use a K'nex model of a Ferris wheel to collect data points to plot on a height versus time graph. They'll then consider what type of function best models the data in the graph—and...
Curated OER
Functions, Domains and Composites
In this functions, domains and composites worksheet, students solve and complete 23 various types of problems. First, they graph the given trigonometric function on a coordinate plane. Then, students label three points on each graph and...
Inside Mathematics
Hopewell Geometry
The Hopewell people of the central Ohio Valley used right triangles in the construction of earthworks. Pupils use the Pythagorean Theorem to determine missing dimensions of right triangles used by the Hopewell people. The assessment task...
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Introduction to Trigonometric Functions
Scholars first learn the definitions of the sine ratio, the cosine ratio, and the tangent ratio. After mastering these definitions, they use the new information to solve triangles.
EngageNY
Algebra II Module 2: Mid-Module Assessment
Time for classes to show what they've learned. Use several tasks to assess understanding of the trigonometric functions, unit circle, radians, and basic trigonometric identities.
Illustrative Mathematics
Exploring Sinusoidal Functions
What effect does changing a parameter have on the graph of a trigonometric function? Pupils use a Desmos applet to explore the general sine graph. They experiment changing different parameters and record the resulting change of the...
CK-12 Foundation
Horizontal Translations or Phase Shifts: Tangent
Patterns can be shifty! Find the pattern when shifting the graph of tangent. Pupils move the graph of tangent to different locations on the coordinate plane. They observe what happens to the function and its vertical asymptotes before...
Concord Consortium
Sine Solution
How many times can eager mathematicians catch the waves? Pupils find the solutions of three different trigonometric equations. They then determine the effect of the slope of a line that intersects a trigonometric function and the number...
CK-12 Foundation
Vertical Translations: Vertical Shift of Sinusoidal Functions
Create a shift in TV viewing habits. The interactive presents a cosine model of an individual's TV viewing habits during a year. Class members move the model to reflect given conditions. Finally, they determine key features from the...
Curated OER
Trigonometry Worksheet: Graph Trigonometric Functions (1)
In this trigonometry worksheet, students graph one trigonometric function. The function is y=2cos(2x). A coordinate grid is included on the worksheet.
Curated OER
Exercise Set 5.4: Inverse Trigonometric Functions
In this trigonometric functions worksheet, learners solve 68 multi-part short answer and graphing questions. Students evaluate inverse trigonometric functions for a given value. Learners graph inverse trigonometric functions.