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How many values of θ with 0° < θ < 360° satisfy 2coθ + cosθ − 1 = 0?

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  • A1
  • B2
  • C3
  • D4

Step-by-Step Solution

Factorising gives (2cosθ − 1)(cosθ + 1) = 0. cosθ = 1/2 gives θ = 60° and θ = 300°; cosθ = −1 gives θ = 180°. That is 3 values in the given range.
Answer: C) 3

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