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QuizMultiple Choice

Inverse Trigonometric Functions

Question 10 • AZ-Common Core Algebra II B

Which trigonometric functions have the same maximum value?

Answer
A
y = arcsinx and y = arccosx
B
y = arcsinx and y = arctanx
C
y = arctanx and y = arcsecx
D
y = arccosx and y = arcsecx

Explanation

The maximum value of arccos x is π, attained when x = −1. The principal range of arcsec x also includes π, attained when x = −1, so these two functions have the same maximum value. Arcsin x has maximum π/2, while arctan x approaches π/2 but does not attain a maximum.

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