answersLogoWhite

0

tan^2(x)

Proof:

cos^2(x)+sin^2(x)=1 (Modified Pythagorean theorem)

sin^2(x)=1-cos^2(x) (Property of subtraction)

cos^2(x)-1/cos^2(x)=?

sin^2(x)/cos^2(x)=? (Property of substitution)

sin(x)/cos(x) * sin(x)/cos(x) = tan(x) * tan(x) (Definition of tanget)

= tan^2(x)

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

MaxineMaxine
I respect you enough to keep it real.
Chat with Maxine
FranFran
I've made my fair share of mistakes, and if I can help you avoid a few, I'd sure like to try.
Chat with Fran
LaoLao
The path is yours to walk; I am only here to hold up a mirror.
Chat with Lao

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: What equals 1 - cos squared x divided by cos squared x?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp