The value of 2 sin 12 ° - sin 72 ° is

The value of 2sin12°-sin72° is
  1. 51-34
  2. 1-58
  3. 31-52
  4. 31-54

Solution

To find 2sin12°-sin72 

sin12°+sin12°-sin72

 sin12°+2cos42°sin-30°  sin12°-cos42°

 sin12°-sin48°   2cos30°sin18°

3sin18°=3514  =3154

Asked in: JEE Main 2022 (25 Jun Shift 2)

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