Algebra 2 Graphs of Trigonometric Functions and Identities Test with Point Values (PDF)

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This algebra 2 trig graphs test for Algebra 2 covers graphs of trigonometric functions and identities (Common Core F-TF.B.5, F-TF.C.8, F-IF.C.7e), with a free PDF to print.

This 45-minute test on graphs of trigonometric functions and the Pythagorean identity has 9 questions worth 20 points in total. The questions move from direct skills to multi-step problems. Show your work, because partial credit is given for a correct setup and sound reasoning.

Time and points

About this test
  • Grade: Algebra 2
  • Chapter: Graphs of Trigonometric Functions and Identities
  • Standards: F-TF.B.5, F-TF.C.8, F-IF.C.7e
  • Time: 45 minutes
  • Total: 20 points

Algebra 2 trig graphs test: questions

Question 1 – Read the parameters [2 pts]

State the amplitude, period, and midline of \(y = 4\cos(3x) – 2\).

Question 2 – Equation from a graph [3 pts]

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A cosine graph.

The graph shows a cosine-type wave with amplitude 3, midline \(y = 0\), and period \(4\pi\), starting at its maximum. Write the equation.

Question 3 – Ferris wheel [2 pts]

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Rider’s height in feet over 60 seconds.

A rider’s height is \(h(t) = 25 – 20\cos\left(\frac{\pi}{15}t\right)\) feet. Find the height at \(t = 5\) seconds and the maximum height.

Question 4 – Cosine from sine [2 pts]

If \(\sin\theta = \frac{5}{13}\) and \(\theta\) is in quadrant II, find \(\cos\theta\).

Question 5 – Simplify [2 pts]

Simplify \(\cos^{2}x\,(1 + \tan^{2}x)\). Use \(\tan x = \frac{\sin x}{\cos x}\).

Question 6 – Write an equation [3 pts]

Write a cosine function for a quantity with maximum 10, minimum 2, and period 8, starting at the maximum.

Question 7 – Tides [2 pts]

A tide model is \(y = 3\sin\left(\frac{\pi}{6}t\right) + 5\) feet. Find the period and the high-tide height.

Question 8 – Quadrant IV [2 pts]

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The right triangle in the unit circle: cos² θ + sin² θ = 1.

If \(\cos\theta = \frac{3}{5}\) and \(\theta\) is in quadrant IV, find \(\sin\theta\) and \(\tan\theta\).

Question 9 – Find the error [2 pts]

Mei says \(y = 2\sin x + 3\) has a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 5. Is she correct? Explain.

See the solutions: Graphs of Trigonometric Functions and Identities test solutions

Key facts behind this algebra 2 trig graphs test

Key facts
  • Sine and cosine have period 2π and range -1 to 1.
  • y = A sin(B(x – C)) + D: amplitude |A|, period 2π/B, shift C, midline D.
  • Model cycles with a sinusoid: midline = average of max and min.
  • sin² θ + cos² θ = 1.
  • The quadrant gives the sign of the missing trig value.

How to use this algebra 2 trig graphs test

Time yourself: the test is designed for an average student in 45 minutes. Answer the questions you are sure of first, then come back to the longer ones and check your units.

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