SSC CPO 2025 PYQ — Question 145

SSC CPO - 9 Dec 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q145

If tan x = 2, find the value of cot(90° − x) + tan(90° − x).

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

tanx = 2

According to the formula:

cot(90° − x) = tanx

tan(90° − x) = cotx

cot(90° − x) = 2

tan(90° − x) = 1/tanx = 1/2

Sum = 2 + 1/2 = 5/2