SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 73

SSC CGL - 4th March 2020 Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q73

The expression 3sec2θtan2θ + tan6θ – sec6θ is equal to: 

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e -1

In the equation, putting θ = 45º

⇒ 3 sec245ºtan245º + tan645º - sec645º

⇒ 3 × 2 + 1 - 8

⇒ 6 + 1 - 8

⇒ -1