Proving an Equation Involving k: A Homework Challenge

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To prove the equation involving k, start by inverting the expression for k, resulting in 1/k = cos(x)/(1 + sin(x)). Next, multiply both the numerator and denominator by (1 - sin(x)) to simplify the expression. This manipulation leads to the desired proof of 1/k = (1 - sin(x))/cos(x). The discussion highlights the importance of strategic algebraic manipulation in solving trigonometric equations.
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Homework Statement


k=\frac{1+sinx}{cosx}
prove that \frac{1}{k}=\frac{1-sinx}{cosx}

thanks in advance:smile:

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i tried substitution of 1 with
cos^2(x)+sin^2(x) and
cosec^2(x)-cot^2(x) and
sec^2(x)-tan^2(x)

but I am stucked agn..
 
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Start by inverting your expression for k to get: \frac{1}{k}=\frac{\cos x}{1+\sin x} ...then multiply both your numerator and denominator by (1- \sin x) and simplify...what do you get?
 
oh..yah.. thanks loads. i will get the answer!
 
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