Solve the trigonometric equation for .

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: D.

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For : and .
For : .
Therefore, .
  1. Step 1: Replace with using the Pythagorean identity :
  2. Step 2: Factor the quadratic equation in terms of :
  3. Step 3: Determine all angles in the interval :
Answer
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