Worked solution
Find an exact normal on a trigonometric curve
A curve is defined by , . Find the exact equation of the normal at .
CJC · Lecture · Self-Practice 3
Find the tangent slope
Both copies print the final answer without working. Independently, differentiating in radians gives , so . At the given point, both numerator and denominator equal , giving slope 1.
How did this part go?
Use the negative reciprocal
The normal has slope . Through it is , hence , matching both printed answers.
How did this part go?
Common mistakes
Keep the tangent slope, normal slope and requested quantity separate.
Solution notes
Both source copies visually compared; printed asks and answers retained. Independent explanations are distinguished from source working.