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\(\tan 3A - \tan 2A \cdot \tan A\) is equal to:

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When working with complex trigonometric identities, always check for simplifications using standard formulas before making a conclusion. Not every trigonometric equation has a simple, direct solution.
Updated On: Jan 15, 2026
  • \(\tan 3A - \tan 2A - \tan A\)
  • \(\tan 3A + \tan 2A + \tan A\)
  • \(\tan 3A \cdot \tan 2A - \tan A\)
  • None of these
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The Correct Option is D

Solution and Explanation

The process begins with expanding the trigonometric expressions \( \tan(3A) \), \( \tan(2A) \), and \( \tan(A) \). Utilizing trigonometric identities for \( \tan(3A) \) and \( \tan(2A) \): \[\n\tan(3A) = \frac{3\tan(A) - \tan^3(A)}{1 - 3\tan^2(A)}\n\] \[\n\tan(2A) = \frac{2\tan(A)}{1 - \tan^2(A)}\n\] Substitution into the original expression does not lead to any of the provided answer choices. Hence, the correct response is (4) None of these.
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