200th solution of x minus pi/2 equals tan x

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HMMT November 2012 · 2012

Let $n$ be the 200th smallest positive real solution to the equation $x-\frac{\pi}{2}=\tan x$. Find the greatest integer that does not exceed $\frac{n}{2}$.

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200th solution of x minus pi/2 equals tan x

2050SpecialistCalculusTrigonometry

HMMT November 2012 · 2012

Let $n$ be the 200th smallest positive real solution to the equation $x-\frac{\pi}{2}=\tan x$. Find the greatest integer that does not exceed $\frac{n}{2}$.

0 students attempted0% solvedRating 2050