LESSON 3: TRIGONOMETRIC FUNCTIONS
I. PROJECT
Project Title: Cabin/seat holder and Riders Completion
Goal: Apply trigonometric functions to calculate the length of the cabin/seat holder
while incorporating the riders (using a paper roll) that illustrates the six trigonometric
functions.
Materials Needed:
thin woods / popsicle sticks (to represent cabin/seat holder)
ruler and protractor
pencil
graphing paper / paper rolls (to create the riders)
compass
stick glue/wood glue
craft cutter & scissors
glue gun
markers or paint (for labeling angles)
access to Generative AI tools (e.g.,ChatGPT,Gemini)
II. PLAN
Intended Learning Outcomes:
By the end of the lesson, students will be able to:
Define and explain the six trigonometric functions (sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant, secant,
cotangent) for acute angles in right triangles.
Utilize fundamental trigonometric identities to derive the ratios of the trigonometric
functions and apply knowledge of complementary angles to analyze and calculate the sine
and cosine functions for given angle pairs.
Evaluate and analyze trigonometric functions of acute angles using Generative Al tools to
assist in calculations and visualizations.
Derive all six trigonometric function values for an acute angle when provided with one
known function value.
Determine and apply the trigonometric functions of any angle by utilizing Cartesian
coordinates, collaborating effectively with classmates to enhance understanding and
accuracy in their calculations.
Create the cabin/seat holder of the Ferris wheel and the riders that represent the six
trigonometric functions with the utilization of GenAI as an assistance upon its completion.
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III. PROCESS
A. TRIGONOMETRIC FUNCTIONS OF AN ACUTE ANGLE
Using Generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, CiCi) enter these prompts:
1. What are the six trigonometric ra os for acute angles? Provide defini ons and examples.
2. Provide examples of how to calculate these func ons for given angles.
3. Explain how similar triangles can be used to determine trigonometric ra os.
4. Discuss the importance of memorizing the six trigonometric ra os and their applica ons.
Based on the generated answers, review and accomplish the table below:
Trigonometric Function Definition Example
Sine (sin) Ratio of opposite side to sin(A)=opposite/hypotenuse
hypotenuse
Cosine (cos)
Tangent (tan)
Cosecant (csc)
Secant (sec)
Cotangent (cot)
Practice Exercise 1
A.
1. For a right triangle with legs a 4 and b = 3:Find the hypotenuse using the Pythagorean
theorem; where a=adjacent side and b=opposite side:
2. Calculate all six trigonometric ratios for angle A:
sin A = cos A = tan A =
csc A = sec A = cot A =
B. Directions: Solve the following problems by applying the concepts of trigonometric ratios
in a right triangle. Show your complete solutions.
1. A right-angled triangle has legs measuring a = 6 and b = 8. Find:
a. The length of the hypotenuse c using the Pythagorean theorem.
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b. The six trigonometric functions (sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant, secant,
cotangent) for angle A; where a=adjacent side and b=opposite side:
2. A ladder 13 meters long is leaning against a wall, forming a right triangle. The base
of the ladder is 12 meters away from the wall.
a. Find the height of the wall the ladder reaches.
Determine the six trigonometric functions of the angle formed between the ladder and the
ground
Goal: Apply trigonometric functions to calculate the length of the cabin/seat holder while
incorporating the riders (using a paper roll) that illustrates the six trigonometric functions.
Step 1 for cabin/seat holder:
Using the Pythagorean theorem find the length/measurement of the shortest side of
the 30-degree triangle formed.
The length will determine the measurement of the length of the cabin/seat holder.
SAMPLE OUTPUT
1. Source:
[Link]
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A.1 FUNDAMENTAL TRIGONOMETRIC IDENTITIES
Using Generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, CiCi) enter these prompts:
1. Define and explain the reciprocal iden es for sine, cosine, and tangent.
2. Discuss how to use quo ent iden es to express tangent and cotangent in terms of sine
and cosine.
3. Explain the Pythagorean iden es and their importance in simplifying trigonometric
expressions.
4. Provide step-by-step examples of finding all six trigonometric func on values from a given
cosine value.
Based on the generated answers, review and accomplish the table below:
Trigonometric Function Reciprocal Identity Example
Sine (sin) If sin A = 3/5, then csc A = 5/3
Cosine (cos) If cos A = 12/13, then sec A =
13/12
Tangent (tan) If tan A = 5/12, then cot A = 12/5
Practice Exercise 2
A. Directions: Given that cos A = 12/13 for a spoke at angle A, calculate sinA, ta A, cscA,
secA, and cotA using reciprocal and Pythagorean identities.
2. sinA =
3. tanA =
4. cscA =
5. secA =
6. cotA =
B. TRIGONOMETRIC FUNCTIONS OF COMPLEMENTARY ANGLES
Using Generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, CiCi) enter these prompts:
1. Explain how trigonometric func ons relate to complementary angles.
2. Provide the co-func on iden es of the six trigonometric func ons.
3. Provide examples with detailed steps.
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Based on the generated responses, answer the following:
Prac ce Exercise 3
A. Directions: Solve the following problems using the relationships between the trigonometric
functions of complementary angles. Show your complete solutions.
1. If angle A is 30°, find all corresponding trig functions for angle
B (60°)
2. If sin A = 3/5, find the values of cos B, tan B, csc B, sec B, and
cot B given that A and B are complementary angles.
3. Prove that sin (90° - A) = cos A by substituting sin A = 4/5.
B. Directions: Solve the following real-life problems by applying the concept of
complementary angles. Show your solutions.
1. A skydiver jumps from a plane and lands 1,200 meters away from the drop zone.
If the parachute descent path is 1,500 meters long, find csc(A) where A is the
angle between the ground and the descent path.
Goal: Apply trigonometric functions to calculate the length of the cabin/seat holder while
incorporating the riders (using a paper roll) that illustrates the six trigonometric functions.
Step 2 for cabin/seat holder:
Assemble the circle foundation by connecting the front and back portions, the
cabin/seat holders of the cart serve as the connector.
Place the cabin on the holders.
You can explore creative ways on how the cabin/seat will be placed.
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SAMPLE OUTPUT
Source: [Link]
C. FINDING OTHER FUNCTIONS WHEN ONE
FUNCTION IS GIVEN
Using Generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, CiCi) enter these prompts:
1. How can you find other trigonometric func ons if one func on is given?
2. Give examples with detailed steps on how to derive the answer.
Based on the generated responses, answer the following:
Practice Exercise 4
A.
1. Given that sin(A) = 3/5 find the following:
a. Cos A
b. Tan A
c. csc A
d. sec A
e. cot A
2. If cot A = 4, find the other trigonometric functions of A.
a. sin A =
b. cos A =
c. tan A =
d. csc A =
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e. sec A =
3. If sec A = 5, find the other trigonometric functions of A.
a. sin A =
b. cos A =
c. tan A =
d. csc A =
e. ecot A =
4. If tan A = 3/4, find the other trigonometric functions of A.
a. sin A =
b. cos A =
c. csc A =
d. sec A =
e. cot A =
5. If sin B = 7/25, find the other trigonometric functions of B.
a. cos B =
b. tan B =
c. csc B =
d. sec B =
e. cot B =
B. Directions: Read the following situations and solve for the remaining trigonometric
function values. Show your complete solutions.
1. In a right triangle, the length of one leg is 9 units and the hypotenuse is 15 units. Find
the other trigonometric functions of angle A, where A is the angle between the leg and
the hypotenuse.
2. A building's shadow is 20 meters long, and the angle of elevation to the top of the
building is A. If the building is 30 meters tall, find the remaining trigonometric functions
of angle A.
3. In a right triangle, the side adjacent to angle A has a length of 8 units and the opposite
side has a length of 15 units. Find the other trigonometric functions of angle A.
D. THE TRIGONOMETRIC FUNCTIONS OF ANY ANGLE
Using Generative AI (e.g., ChatGPT, Gemini, CiCi) enter this prompt:
1. Explain how to calculate trigonometric func ons for any angle.
2. Explain the rela onship between x and y coordinates and trigonometric func ons.
3. Give examples with detailed steps on how to derive the answer.
Based on the generated responses, answer the following:
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Practice Exercise 5
A. Directions: Solve the following problems by applying the definitions of trigonometric
functions for any angle. Show your complete solutions.
1. Given the point P(4, 3) in the first quadrant, find the values of the six trigonometric
functions of the angle θ formed by the line through P and the origin.
2. The terminal side of angle θ passes through the point P(-6, 8) in the second quadrant.
Find the values of the trigonometric functions of θ.
3. The terminal side of angle θ passes through the point P(-5, -12) in the third quadrant.
Find the values of the trigonometric functions of θ.
4. Given the point P(7, -24) in the fourth quadrant, determine the values of the
trigonometric functions of θ.
5. For an angle θ = 330°, find the values of the sine, cosine, and tangent functions.
B. Directions: Read the following situations and solve for the corresponding trigonometric
functions. Be sure to clearly show your solutions.
1. A point on the terminal side of angle θ lies in the second quadrant and has coordinates
(-8, 15). Find the sine, cosine, and tangent of θ.
2. In a right triangle, the length of one leg is 9 units, and the hypotenuse is 15 units. Use
the angle formed by the hypotenuse and the leg to determine the values of the
trigonometric functions for this angle.
3. An angle θ lies in the third quadrant, and the terminal side passes through the point
P(-4, -3). Find the values of the six trigonometric functions of θ.
4. A point on the terminal side of an angle θ lies in the fourth quadrant with coordinates
(5, -12). Find the values of the trigonometric functions of θ.
Goal: Apply trigonometric functions to calculate the length of the cabin/seat holder while
incorporating the riders (using a paper roll) that illustrates the six trigonometric functions.
Step 3 for Creating the Rider:
Take a paper roll and decorate it as a rider by labeling it with each of the six
trigonometric functions of each angle present in the Ferris wheel.
Attach this rider inside the cabin/seat created on the previous lesson.
SAMPLE OUTPUT
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The process of the creation of the output will be evaluated using the following rubric:
RUBRIC FOR PROCESS (FERRIS WHEEL CONSTRUCTION)
Criteria Excellent (4) Good (3) Needs Improvement Poor (1)
(2)
Participation Actively contributes to all tasks Participates in most Contributes Rarely contributes or
and discussions in building the tasks and occasionally but needs is disengaged.
Ferris wheel. discussions. reminders.
Use of AI Effectively uses AI for problem- Uses AI but needs Uses AI with difficulty or Does not use AI tools
Tools solving, calculations, and some guidance. minimal engagement. properly.
design assistance.
Collaboration Works well with the team, Works well but Struggles with Has conflicts with the
helping in assembling and sometimes lacks teamwork and needs team or does not
designing the Ferris wheel. coordination. help. cooperate.
Problem- Identifies and solves issues Solves problems with Needs frequent help to Avoids solving
Solving related to structure and some guidance. solve problems. problems or gives up
calculations independently. easily.
Time Completes construction steps Completes tasks on Has difficulty managing Fails to complete
Management on time without rushing. time but sometimes time and needs tasks on time.
rushes. reminders.
IV. PRODUCT
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Students will be given time to polish their outputs.
Polishing the spokes and riders.
Task:
Ensure that the trigonometric function for each angle on the unit circle are
calculated correctly.
The product will be evaluated using the following rubric:
RUBRIC FOR PRODUCT (FERRIS WHEEL MODEL)
Criteria Excellent (4) Good (3) Needs Poor (1)
Improvement (2)
Mathematical All calculations, angles, Minor errors that do Several errors that Many errors that
Accuracy and trigonometric not affect affect clarity. make the project
applications are correct. understanding. unclear.
Design and The Ferris wheel is well- Well-made but lacks Some parts are Poorly made or
Creativity designed, neat, and some creativity. incomplete or lacks effort.
creative. messy.
Functionality The Ferris wheel spins The model works but The model is The model does
smoothly and meets all needs some incomplete or not not work as
requirements. adjustments. fully functional. intended.
Presentation Explanation of construction Explanation is mostly Explanation is Explanation is
Clarity and mathematical clear with minor unclear or missing hard to follow or
concepts is clear and well- gaps. key points. lacks detail.
organized.
Teamwork & Strong team effort and Team worked well Unequal effort Lack of teamwork
Effort equal participation in but with minor among team and cooperation.
construction and issues. members.
explanation.
V. PRESENTATION
The crafted projects will be presented to the class.
The presentation will involve the following:
1. Showcasing the Crafted Output.
2. Explaining the Application of Trigonometric Concepts.
3. Ensuring Mathematical Accuracy.
Sample Questions to be asked during the presentation:
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1. How did you calculate the six trigonometric functions (sine, cosine, tangent, cosecant,
secant, cotangent) for specific angles?
2. Can you explain how reciprocal identities were applied in the calculation of trigonometric
functions for the Ferris wheel?
3. How did you ensure that the trigonometric calculations aligned with the physical design of
the spokes?
4. What is the significance of complementary angles in determining the placement of riders
on the Ferris wheel?
5. How do the trigonometric functions calculated for each angle demonstrate the properties
of symmetry in the unit circle?
The presentation will be evaluated using the following rubric:
RUBRIC FOR PERFORMANCE (FINAL PRESENTATION OF FERRIS WHEEL)
Criteria Excellent (4) Good (3) Needs Poor (1)
Improvement (2)
Confidence & Speaks clearly, Speaks clearly but Speaks softly or Difficult to hear or
Delivery confidently, and engages with minor lacks confidence. understand.
the audience while hesitations.
explaining the Ferris
wheel.
Understanding Explains the mathematical Understands most Basic Shows little
of Concepts and structural concepts of concepts but understanding but understanding or
the Ferris wheel misses some lacks depth. provides incorrect
thoroughly. details. information.
Application of Accurately applies Mostly accurate Some errors that Major errors or lack
Mathematics trigonometric concepts, but with minor affect clarity. of application.
including angles and errors.
rotational measurements.
Use of Visuals Uses a well-made and Model is good but Model is Model is missing or
& Model clear Ferris wheel model could be improved. incomplete or ineffective.
to support the lacks clarity.
explanation.
Team Team members support Team presents well Some lack of Team is unorganized
Coordination each other and present with minor issues. coordination or lacks teamwork.
smoothly. among members.
Response to Answers all questions Answers most Struggles to Unable to answer or
Questions correctly and confidently questions well but answer questions provides incorrect
about the Ferris wheel. struggles with a clearly. answers.
few.
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