Simplify
Problem
Solution
Identify the trigonometric identity for the denominator. Recall the Pythagorean identity
sin2(θ)+cos2(θ)=1 Rearrange the identity to solve for the expression under the square root.
Substitute the identity into the original expression.
Simplify the square root in the denominator, assuming
cos(θ)>0 for the principal value.
Apply the quotient identity for tangent.
Final Answer
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