How Do You Prove These Trigonometric Identities?

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The discussion focuses on proving two trigonometric identities. The first identity, (1 - tan²x) / (1 + tan²x) = cos2x, is proven by manipulating the left-hand side using trigonometric identities, ultimately confirming it equals the right-hand side. The second identity, sinx + sinx cot²x = secx, raises a question about a potential missing variable, suggesting clarification is needed for accurate proof. Participants are engaged in detailed calculations and discussions to validate these identities. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding trigonometric relationships in proofs.
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Can someone please help me with these two questions.

Th first one is prove:

1-tan^2x
________ = cos2x
1+tan^2x

& the second one is

prove:

sinx+ sinxcot^2 = secx
 
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Cutie123 said:
Can someone please help me with these two questions.

Th first one is prove:

1-tan^2x
________ = cos2x
1+tan^2x

& the second one is

prove:

sinx+ sinxcot^2 = secx
1)

1-tan^2x
________ = cos2x
1+tan^2xLHS : [1 - (sin^2x/ cos^2x) ] / [ 1 + (sin^2x/cos^2x)]

= [(cos^2x -sin^2x)/cos^2x] X [cos^2x/(cos^2x + sin^2x)]

= (cos^2x - sin^2x) / (cos^2x +sin^2x ) (Rmb cos^2x + sin^2x =1 )

= cos^2x -sin^2x

= cos^2x - (1 - cos^2x)
= 2cos^2x -1 (double angle formula)
= cos2x = RHS
for question 2, did you miss out an x beside cot^ ?
 
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