If tan 3 θ =cot (θ +18o), where 3 θ and θ +18o are acute angles, find the value of θ.
tan 3θ = cot (θ + 18°) …(i)
We know that
tan θ = cot (90° - θ)
So, Eq. (i) become
Cot (90° - 3θ) = cot (θ + 18°)
On Equating both the sides, we get
90° - 3θ = θ + 18°
⇒ -3θ - θ = 18° -90°
⇒ -4θ = -72°
⇒ θ = 18°
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