SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 68

SSC CGL - 19 July 2023 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q68

If secθ=43sec\theta=\frac{4}{3}, what is the value of tan2θ + tan4θ?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 11281\frac{112}{81}.

secθ=43=HBsec\theta=\frac{4}{3} = {H\over B}

We know that sec2θ - 1 = tan2θ = (4/3)2 - 1 = 7/9

the value of tan2θ + tan4θ

⇒ tan2θ(1 + tan2θ) = tan2θ × sec2θ

⇒ 7/9 × 16/9 = 11281\frac{112}{81}