If sin α = 4/5, then cos(2α) is?

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  1. A. 2/25
  2. B. 23/25
  3. C. 9/25
  4. D. - 7/25

Correct answer

- 7/25

Explanation

Explanation sin α = 4/5 ⇒ cos α = 3/5 (from Pythagoras) cos(2α) = 2cos²α − 1 = 2*(9/25) − 1 = 18/25 − 25/25 = −7/25

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