Mathematics

Prove that :

2 sin2 A + cos4 A = 1 + sin4 A

Trigonometric Identities

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Answer

Solving L.H.S. of the equation :

⇒ 2 sin2 A + cos4 A

⇒ 2 sin2 A + (cos2 A)2

By formula,

cos2 A = 1 - sin2 A

⇒ 2 sin2 A + (1 - sin2 A)2

⇒ 2 sin2 A + 1 + sin4 A - 2 sin2 A

⇒ 1 + sin4 A.

Since, L.H.S. = R.H.S.

Hence, proved that 2 sin2 A + cos4 A = 1 + sin4 A.

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