SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 53

SSC CHSL - 8th July 2019 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q53

If cos x = 1/2 and π < x < 3π/2, then the value of 2tan2x - 3Cosec2x is:

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer is option 1 i.e. 2

Concept

Understanding

Application

Cos 60 = 1/2

Tan 60 = √3

Cosec 60 = 2/√3

Given that

Cos x = 1/2 and

π < x < 3π/2

Hence,

x = π/3

Now,

2tan2x - 3Cosec2x

Put x = 60

⇒ 2 × 3 - 3 × 4/3

⇒ 6 - 4 = 2