Support · Mathematics Extension 1 11–12 – Year 12 · Inverse trigonometric functions

Support Examine possible domain restrictions of y = sin⁡x, y = cos⁡x and y = tan⁡x to obtain the corresponding inverse functions using graphing applications

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Analyse and solve problems involving direct and inverse variation

Mathematics Advanced 11–12 – Year 11 · Working with functions Draft mapping

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Refer to a value in the domain of a function at which the function is 0 as a zero of the function

Mathematics Advanced 11–12 – Year 11 · Working with functions Draft mapping

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Determine the formulas d/dx(sin⁡x) = cos⁡x and d/dx(cos⁡x) = - sin⁡x informally by using the graphs of y = sin⁡x and y = cos⁡x and verify with graphing applications

Mathematics Advanced 11–12 – Year 12 · Differential calculus Draft mapping

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    Desmos Graphing Calculator
    Desmos · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
    Use it for: Graph lines, parabolas and exponentials live; find intersections to solve simultaneous equations.
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    GeoGebra Classic
    GeoGebra · Interactive (browser) · Free · Link checked 2026-10-15 · No prep
    Use it for: Dynamic geometry and graphing for constructions and proofs.