MathematicsSolving Inverse Trigonometric EquationsJEE Advanced 2013Moderate
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\cos(A-B) - \cos(A+B) = 2\sin A \sin B

Introduction to the Match List Problem

  • We need to match four trigonometric expressions in List I with their numerical values in List II.
  • The problem covers Inverse Trigonometric Functions, Trigonometric Identities, and System of Equations.
  • Let's denote the parts as (P), (Q), (R), and (S) and solve them sequentially.

Part (P): Simplifying the Numerator

  • Let .
  • Using a right triangle: and .
  • Numerator: .

Part (P): Simplifying the Denominator

  • Let .
  • Then and .
  • Denominator: .

Part (P): Final Evaluation

  • Expression:
  • .
  • Therefore, (P) 4.

Part (Q): Squaring and Adding

  • Given: and .
  • Squaring and adding: .
  • .
  • .

Part (Q): Finding the Half-Angle Value

  • .
  • Using : .
  • .
  • . Match with (Q) 3.

Part (R): Rearranging the Equation

  • Rearrange: .
  • Using :
  • .
  • .

Part (R): Solving for sec x

  • Assume and .
  • .
  • .
  • This implies , so . Match with (R) 2.

Part (S): Algebraic Conversion

  • Left Side: .
  • Right Side: Let .
  • Then .
  • Equation: .

Part (S): Solving for x

  • .
  • .
  • .
  • Therefore, (S) 1.

Final Matching and Summary

  • Final Mapping:
  • (P) 4 (Value: )
  • (Q) 3 (Value: )
  • (R) 2 (Value: )
  • (S) 1 (Value: )
  • The correct option is (b).

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