If cot4θ + cos2θ = 1, and θ < 90° then find the value of cosec3θ(sin2θ - 1).
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. -1
cot4θ + cos2θ = 1
⇒ cot4θ = 1 – cos2θ
⇒ cot4θ = sin2θ
⇒ cos4θ/sin4θ = sin2θ
⇒ cos4θ = sin6θ
⇒ cos2θ = sin3θ
cosec3θ(sin2θ - 1) = cosec3θ × (- cos2θ)
So,
= cosec3θ × (-cos2θ)
⇒ cosec3θ × (-sin3θ)
⇒ -1