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The product (secθ + tanθ)(1 − sinθ) simplifies to:

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  • Asinθ
  • Bcosθ
  • Csecθ − tanθ
  • D1 + sinθ

Step-by-Step Solution

secθ + tanθ = (1 + sinθ)/cosθ, so the product is (1 + sinθ)(1 − sinθ)/cosθ = (1 − siθ)/cosθ = coθ/cosθ = cosθ. Stopping one step early, at (1 − sinθ)/cosθ, gives the trap secθ − tanθ.
Answer: B) cosθ

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