If sin²θ = 1 – cos²θ, then what is the value of sin⁴θ in terms of cos²θ?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
sin²θ = 1 − cos²θ
sin⁴θ = (sin²θ)²
sin⁴θ = (1 − cos²θ)²
(1 − cos²θ)² = 1 − 2cos²θ + cos⁴θ
sin⁴θ = 1 − 2cos²θ + cos⁴θ
SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level - 24th July 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q46
If sin²θ = 1 – cos²θ, then what is the value of sin⁴θ in terms of cos²θ?
Correct answer: D
Explanation
sin²θ = 1 − cos²θ
sin⁴θ = (sin²θ)²
sin⁴θ = (1 − cos²θ)²
(1 − cos²θ)² = 1 − 2cos²θ + cos⁴θ
sin⁴θ = 1 − 2cos²θ + cos⁴θ