Factoring and Simplifying Trigonometric Expressions

In this lesson we will look at Factoring and Simplifying Trigonometric Expressions.

Factoring Trig Expressions
Example:
Factor
a) sec² θ - 1
b) 4 tan² θ + tan θ - 3

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Factoring Trigonometric Expressions
Example:
Factor
cot²x - cot²x cos²x

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How to Factor Trigonometric Expressions?
Example:
Factor
csc²x - cot x - 3

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Factoring and Simplifying Trigonometric Expressions - Example 1

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Factoring and Simplifying Trigonometric Expressions - Example 2

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