Math Problem Statement
Prove that the given equation is not an identity by finding a value of x for which the two sides have different values. cosecant xequals1 plus cotangent x
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Identities
Cosecant
Cotangent
Formulas
csc(x) = 1/sin(x)
cot(x) = cos(x)/sin(x)
Theorems
Trigonometric Identities
Equation Testing for Non-Identities
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-12
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