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If tan $(\alpha+\beta)=2$ and $\tan (\alpha-\beta)=1$, then $\tan (2 \alpha)$ is equal
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MathematicsTrigonometric Ratios & IdentitiesNDANDA 2017 (Phase 1)
Options:
  • A $-3$
  • B $-2$
  • C $-\frac{1}{3}$
  • D 1
Solution:
1349 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: $-3$
$\tan (\alpha+\beta)=2$
$\tan (\alpha-\beta)=1$
$\tan 2 \alpha=\tan [(\alpha+\beta)+(\alpha-\beta)]$
$=\frac{\tan (\alpha+\beta)+\tan (\alpha-\beta)}{1-\tan (\alpha+\beta) \cdot \tan (\alpha-\beta)}$
$=\frac{2+1}{1-2 \cdot 1}=\frac{3}{-1}=-3$

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