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Inverse Trigonometric Functions

CBSE · Class 12 · Mathematics

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Key Topics to Revise

1

Basic Concepts and Definitions

  • Trigonometric functions in their natural domains are not one-one, hence inverses don't exist
  • By restricting domains, we make trigonometric functions bijective (one-one and onto)
  • Each inverse trigonometric function has multiple branches based on different domain restrictions
2

Fundamental Properties and Identities

  • sin(sin⁻¹x) = x for x ∈ [-1, 1] and sin⁻¹(sin x) = x for x ∈ [-π/2, π/2]
  • Similar properties hold for all inverse trigonometric functions within their domains
  • Complementary relationships exist between certain inverse functions
3

Graphs and Geometric Interpretation

  • Graph of y = f⁻¹(x) is reflection of y = f(x) about line y = x
  • Domain and range of inverse function are interchanged from original function
  • All inverse trigonometric functions are continuous in their domains
4

Applications and Problem Solving

  • Solving trigonometric equations using inverse functions
  • Finding exact values using reference triangles and unit circle
  • Simplifying complex expressions involving multiple inverse functions

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