Question: a) Express 2 cos x sinx in the form (cos x + p) + q, stating the values of p and q. b) Use

a) Express 2 cos x − sin²x in the form (cos x + p)² + q, stating the values of p and q.

b) Use your answer to part (a) to find the maximum and minimum
values of 2 cos x − sin²x.

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