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MTH 101 MTH 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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What is the value of tan 2a?
Options
A 2 tan a/(1 - tan² a)
Correct Answer
B tan² a - 1
C 1 - 2 tan a
D sin² a/cos² a
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The double-angle formula for tangent is tan 2a = 2 tan a/(1 - tan² a).

Hint

The notes indicate answer A.

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