SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 56

SSC CGL - 24 Sep 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q56

If cos(90° - θ) = x and θ is acute, then what is the value of cos θ in terms of x?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. 1−x2\sqrt{1-x^2}.

cos(90° – θ) = x

⇒ sin θ = x

⇒  cos θ = √(1 – x2)