SSC CPO 2019 PYQ — Question 129

SSC CPO Tier I - 12th March 2019 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q129

If tan 3x = cot(30º + 2x), then what is the value of x?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. 12º

We know that,

When tan A = cot B, then A + B = 90°

Since, 

tan 3x = cot(30º + 2x)

∴ 3x + 30º + 2x = 90°

⇒ 5x = 60°

⇒ x = 12°