Derivatives of Trigonometric Functions: Apply It

  • Calculate the derivatives of sine and cosine functions, including second derivatives and beyond
  • Determine the derivatives for basic trig functions like tangent, cotangent, secant, and cosecant

Diving Board Dynamics: Unveiling the Secrets of Oscillation

Point of View of a Person on a Diving Board

After a swimmer jumps from a diving board, the end of the board will oscillate (bounce up and down).  This oscillation can be modeled by the trigonometric function [latex]s(t)=-15\cos{t}[/latex] centimeters [latex]t[/latex] seconds after the jump.