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The maximum value of \(3\cos\theta+4\sin\theta\) is

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The maximum value of \(a\cos x+b\sin x\) is \(\sqrt{a^2+b^2}\).
  • \(2\)
  • \(4\)
  • \(5\)
  • \(1\)
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation


Step 1:
The standard maximum value of \[ a\cos\theta+b\sin\theta \] is \[ \sqrt{a^2+b^2} \]

Step 2:
Here, \[ a=3,\qquad b=4 \]

Step 3:
Therefore, maximum value is: \[ \sqrt{3^2+4^2} \] \[ =\sqrt{9+16} \] \[ =\sqrt{25} \] \[ =5 \] \[ \boxed{5} \]
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