Question

Factor the algebraic expression below in terms of a single trigonometric function.

sin ^2x + sin x - 2

would i substitute a letter for sinx and then factor?

Answer 1

yes; then plug it back in after :)

Answer 2

so if i substitute z would this be right?
z^2 + z - 2
(z + 2) (z - 1)
(sin x + 2) (sin x - 1)

Answer 3

yes

Answer 4

Thank you!!

Answer 5

glad i could help :)