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If \( \tan(A + B) = \sqrt{3} \) and \( \cos(A - B) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \), the values of \( A \) and \( B \) are:

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When given trigonometric identities involving sums and differences of angles, use standard values from trigonometric tables or the unit circle to find the angles.
Updated On: Jan 15, 2026
  • \( 40^\circ, 20^\circ \)
  • \( 15^\circ, 30^\circ \)
  • \( 45^\circ, 15^\circ \)
  • \( 60^\circ, 30^\circ \)
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Given that \( \tan(A + B) = \sqrt{3} \), it follows that: \[\nA + B = 60^\circ \quad \text{(since \( \tan 60^\circ = \sqrt{3} \))}\n\] Also, \( \cos(A - B) = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \), which implies: \[\nA - B = 30^\circ \quad \text{(since \( \cos 30^\circ = \frac{\sqrt{3}}{2} \))}\n\] Solving the system of equations: \[\nA + B = 60^\circ\n\] \[\nA - B = 30^\circ\n\] Adding the equations: \[\n2A = 90^\circ \quad \Rightarrow \quad A = 45^\circ\n\] Substituting \( A = 45^\circ \) into \( A + B = 60^\circ \): \[\n45^\circ + B = 60^\circ \quad \Rightarrow \quad B = 15^\circ\n\] Thus, the values of \( A \) and \( B \) are \( 45^\circ \) and \( 15^\circ \).
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