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simplify 1/(cos^2(x))-1

Solution

simplify

\frac{1}{cos ^{2} ( x )} - 1

Solution

tan^{2} (x)

Solution steps

\frac{1}{cos ^{2} ( x )} - 1

Rewrite using trig identities

= tan^{2} (x)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is 1/(cos^2(x))-1 ?
The solution to 1/(cos^2(x))-1 is tan^2(x)