WAEC Further Mathematics 2019 Question 7

Question 7

Functions

Given that g: x → 3x and f: x → cos x, find the value of g o f(20°).

  1. A.0.50
  2. B.0.94
  3. C.2.60
  4. D.2.82
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Answer: D (2.82)

Explanation

f(20°) = cos 20° ≈ 0.9397, then g gives 3 × 0.9397 ≈ 2.82.