Is this a Pythagorean identity? tan²(x) + 1 = sec(x).

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Is this a Pythagorean identity? tan²(x) + 1 = sec(x).

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no, it will be a pythagorean identity if the sec is squared, but it isnt, meaning its not a pythagorean identity.

Muhammad Shauket answered Dec 22, 2024

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