OCR MEI C3 — Question 5 3 marks

Exam BoardOCR MEI
ModuleC3 (Core Mathematics 3)
Marks3
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TopicReciprocal Trig & Identities
TypeInverse trigonometric function equations
DifficultyEasy -1.2 This question requires direct evaluation of sin(π/6) = 1/2 and then applying the identity arcsin(x) + arccos(x) = π/2, both of which are standard recall with minimal problem-solving. It's a straightforward two-part question testing basic inverse trig knowledge, making it easier than average.
Spec1.05i Inverse trig functions: arcsin, arccos, arctan domains and graphs
5 Given that \(\arcsin x = \frac { 1 } { 6 } \pi\), find \(x\). Find \(\arccos x\) in terms of \(\pi\).
Question 5:
AnswerMarks Guidance
\(x = \frac{1}{2}\)B1
\(\cos\theta = \frac{1}{2}\)M1
\(\Rightarrow \theta = \pi/3\)A1 M1A0 for \(1.04\ldots\) or \(60°\) 
## Question 5:

| $x = \frac{1}{2}$ | B1 | |
|---|---|---|
| $\cos\theta = \frac{1}{2}$ | M1 | |
| $\Rightarrow \theta = \pi/3$ | A1 | M1A0 for $1.04\ldots$ or $60°$ |

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5 Given that $\arcsin x = \frac { 1 } { 6 } \pi$, find $x$. Find $\arccos x$ in terms of $\pi$.

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