SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 67

SSC CGL - 14 July 2023 - Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q67

If sin (a + b) = 1 and cos (a - b) = 12\frac{1}{2}, then find a.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e 75°.

⇒ sin (a + b) = 1

⇒ sin(a + b) = sin 90°

⇒ a + b = 90°....(1)

⇒ cos(a - b) = cos 1/2

⇒ cos(a - b) = cos 60°

⇒ a - b = 60°....(2)

solving eq 1 and 2

⇒ 2a = 150°

⇒ a = 75°