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Trigonometry 2.2: Introduction to unit circle

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You’ll learn

  • Find ALL angles in 0° ≤ A ≤ 360° with a given sin, cos or tan — not just one
  • Find the reference angle from page 13 or the calculator, ignoring any minus sign
  • Pick the two relevant quadrants from the sign of the ratio using ASTC
  • Apply the quadrant formulas: ref, 180° − ref, 180° + ref, 360° − ref

Most recent exam questions

  • 2025 P2 Q4(a) — deferred
  • 2025 P2 Q4(c) — deferred
  • 2025 P2 Q6(a)
  • 2022 P2 Q5(b) — deferred
  • 2021 P2 Q4(b)

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