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Derive an ellipse tangent without losing its vertical cases

The curve CC has x=2cos⁡tx=2\cos t, y=sin⁡ty=\sin t, 0≤t<2π0\le t<2\pi.

(i) Find its cartesian equation. marks

(ii) Sketch CC. marks

(iii) Show that the tangent at the point with parameter tt is (cos⁡t)x+(2sin⁡t)y=2(\cos t)x+(2\sin t)y=2. marks

(iv) Hence find the tangents at PP, where t=7π/6t=7\pi/6, and QQ, where t=11π/6t=11\pi/6. marks

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CJC · Review problems · Question 7

Use the trigonometric identity after clearing the slope denominator.

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