Math Problem Statement

Simplify the expression \( \frac{\sec\theta}{\sqrt{\sec^2\theta - 1}} \)

Solution

The expression in the image you uploaded is:

secθsec2θ1\frac{\sec\theta}{\sqrt{\sec^2\theta - 1}}

To simplify this, we can use a trigonometric identity:

sec2θ1=tan2θ\sec^2\theta - 1 = \tan^2\theta

Thus, the expression becomes:

secθtan2θ=secθtanθ\frac{\sec\theta}{\sqrt{\tan^2\theta}} = \frac{\sec\theta}{|\tan\theta|}

Therefore, the simplified form of the expression is:

secθtanθ\frac{\sec\theta}{|\tan\theta|}

Would you like to explore further, or ask for details on how this simplification works?

Here are some related questions for practice:

  1. What is the relationship between secθ\sec\theta and cosθ\cos\theta?
  2. How can you express tanθ\tan\theta in terms of sinθ\sin\theta and cosθ\cos\theta?
  3. Can you apply this identity sec2θ1=tan2θ\sec^2\theta - 1 = \tan^2\theta in other trigonometric expressions?
  4. What happens if θ=0\theta = 0? Is the expression valid?
  5. How can you graph the original expression and its simplified form?

Tip: Understanding trigonometric identities can make simplifying expressions much easier. Familiarize yourself with the key ones!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Trigonometric Identities

Formulas

sec(θ) = 1/cos(θ)
sec^2(θ) - 1 = tan^2(θ)
tan(θ) = sin(θ) / cos(θ)

Theorems

Trigonometric Identity: sec^2(θ) - 1 = tan^2(θ)

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12