Select the correct identity from the following options.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
Lets solve one by one for each option,
Option 1:-
We know that ,
sin²θ + cos²θ = 1
So , sin²θ = 1 - cos²θ
Option 1 not followed.
option 2:-
sin²θ + cos²θ = 1
cos²θ = 1 - sin²θ
Option 2 not followed.
Option 3 :-
sec²θ - tan²θ = 1
sec²θ = 1 + tan²θ
According to option 3
sec²A = 1 + tan²A
so option 3 is followed.
Option 4 :-
sec²θ - tan²θ = 1
tan²θ = sec²θ -1
Option 4 is not followed.
Ans :- Option 3
sec²A = 1 + tan²A