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Reciprocal Trigonometric Functions — Quiz

Question 4 • Precalculus

Which of the following is a simpler form of the expression the fraction with numerator sine theta and denominator cosine theta ?

Answer
A
secant theta
B
cosine theta
C
cosecant theta
D
tangent theta

Explanation

The quotient identity for tangent is tan θ = sin θ / cos θ. Therefore, the expression simplifies to tangent theta, which is choice D.

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