JAMB Mathematics 1985 Question 34

Question 34

Trigonometry

Without using tables, calculate the value of 1 + sec2 30°.

  1. A.2⅓
  2. B.2
  3. C.1⅓
  4. D.3/4
  5. E.3/7
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (2⅓)

Explanation

sec 30° = 2/√3, so sec² 30° = 4/3 and 1 + 4/3 = 2⅓.