WAEC Further Mathematics 2014 Question 39

Question 39

Trigonometry

Evaluate (tan 120° + tan 30°)/(tan 120° − tan 60°).

  1. A.√3 + √2
  2. B.2/3
  3. C.1/3
  4. D.−2√3
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (1/3)

Explanation

Numerator: −√3 + 1/√3 = −2/√3. Denominator: −√3 − √3 = −2√3. Ratio = 1/3.