How Do You Solve This Complex Trigonometry Homework Problem?

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The discussion centers on solving the equation tan(x) + cot(x) = 4 and evaluating the expression cos^2(x) + sin^2(x) + tan^2(x) + cot^2(x) + csc^2(x) + sec^2(x). Participants clarify that squaring both sides of the original equation leads to tan^2(x) + cot^2(x) = 14. They suggest expressing the equation in terms of sine and cosine to find a common denominator and simplify further. The final answer to the expression is determined to be 31 after substituting the values derived from the initial equation. The thread highlights the collaborative effort in solving complex trigonometric problems and the importance of clear communication in mathematical discussions.
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Exactly what I was saying. You've left nothing to the imagination which is why you've given the solution indirectly and this makes your fear of not giving the entire solution to abide by PF rules futile.

I think trigonometry is very difficult part for noobs. That's the only reason.
 
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snshusat161 said:
I mean you want to show that I'm not following PF rules
I didn't mean to provoke you, I was trying to show you why you weren't actually obeying the PF rules. If you disagree with me, then by all means, ask a moderator if your method of helping is within the guidelines of the rules.
snshusat161 said:
I think trigonometry is very difficult part for noobs. That's the only reason.
This doesn't mean we should be solving all the trigonometry and leaving just the algebra part up to them to solve, because they're not as "noob" at algebra.
Also, the OP isn't as bad at trigonometry as you make him out to be :-p And we've all been there at one stage in our lives. Believe it or not, I too was a noob at trigonometry about 2 years back.
 
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Okay, I'll take care next time I post.
 
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I myself had an infraction when I started off in this forum so don't worry, it'll quickly become clear to you what is acceptable and what isn't. Most if not all high-count poster (I'll say 500 and above) give acceptable homework help. You should follow their lead :wink:
 

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