SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 51

SSC CGL - 13th June 2019 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q51

If sin 3θ = cos(20° – θ), then θ is equal to?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

Correct Answer is option 3 i.e. 35

Concept

Understanding

Application

Sin(90 –θ) = cos θ

 

Given

sin 3θ = cos(20° – θ)

sin 3θ = cos(20° – θ)

Use the formula:

⇒ sin 3θ = sin[90°– (20°–θ)]

⇒ 3θ = 90°– 20° + θ

⇒ 2θ = 70°

⇒θ = 35°