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If π<θ<3π2 and cosθ=-35, then tanθ4 is equal to
MathematicsTrigonometric Ratios & IdentitiesJEE Main
Options:
  • A 5-12
  • B 5+12
  • C -5+14
  • D -5-14
Solution:
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The correct answer is: 5+12
cosθ=-35 2cos2θ2-1=-35
2cos2θ2=1-35=25
cosθ2=±15
cosθ2=-15 π2<θ2<3π4
Now, tan2θ4=1-cosθ21+cosθ2=1+151-15=5+15-1
tan2θ4=5+124=5+122
tanθ4=5+12 π4<θ4<3π8

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