Question:

Prove that the function f given by f(x) = log sin x is strictly increasing on \((0,\frac{\pi}{2})\) and strictly decreasing on \((\frac{\pi}{2},\pi)\).

Updated On: Oct 11, 2023
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Solution and Explanation

We have,

f(x)=log sin x

f'(x)=\(\frac{1}{sinx}\) cosx=cot x

In interval \((0,\frac{\pi}{2})\) f'(x)=cot x>0.

∴ f is strictly increasing in \((0,\frac{\pi}{2})\).

In interval \((\frac{\pi}{2},\pi)\), f'(x)=cot x<0.

∴f is strictly decreasing in \((\frac{\pi}{2},\pi)\).

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Concepts Used:

Increasing and Decreasing Functions

Increasing Function:

On an interval I, a function f(x) is said to be increasing, if for any two numbers x and y in I such that x < y, 

⇒ f(x) ≤ f(y)

Decreasing Function:

On an interval I, a function f(x) is said to be decreasing, if for any two numbers x and y in I such that x < y,

⇒ f(x) ≥ f(y)

Strictly Increasing Function:

On an interval I, a function f(x) is said to be strictly increasing, if for any two numbers x and y in I such that x < y,

⇒ f(x) < f(y)

Strictly Decreasing Function:

On an interval I, a function f(x) is said to be strictly decreasing, if for any two numbers x and y in I such that x < y,

⇒ f(x) > f(y)

Graphical Representation of Increasing and Decreasing Functions