How to evaluate sec(pi/3)?

krete6a7

krete6a7

Answered question

2023-02-27

How to evaluate sec ( π 3 ) ?

Answer & Explanation

Vincent Burke

Vincent Burke

Beginner2023-02-28Added 9 answers

sec x = 1 cos x
sec ( π 3 ) = 1 cos ( π 3 )
Using the π 3 , π 6 , π 2 triangle
with sides of length 1 , 3 and 2
We can determine cos ( π 3 ) = 1 2 with accuracy.
Therefore, sec ( π 3 ) = 1 1 2 = 2

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