SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 54

SSC CGL Tier II Quant - 20/02/2018 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q54

What is the value of {sin (90 – x) cos [π – (x – y)]} + {cos (90 – x) sin [π – (y – x)]}?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. (–cos y)

{sin (90 – x) cos [π – (x – y)]} + {cos (90 – x) sin [π– (y – x)]}

⇒ – cos x . cos (x – y) – sin x . sin (x – y)

⇒ – cos (x – x + y)

⇒ – cos y