SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 57

SSC CHSL - 16th October 2020 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q57

If sinθ + cosecθ = 2, then the value of sin2θ + cosec2θ is:

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e 2.

Understanding/Application

sinθ + cosecθ = 2

sq. both side -

(sinθ + cosecθ)2 = 4

sin2θ + cosec2θ + 2 sinθ(cosecθ) = 4

sin2θ + cosec2θ + 2 sinθ (1/sinθ) = 4

sin2θ + cosec2θ = 4 - 2 

sin2θ + cosec2θ = 2