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The derivative of $\tan x$ with respect to $x$ is:

A$\sec x \tan x$
B$\cot x$
C$\sec^2 x$
D$-\csc^2 x$
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. $\sec^2 x$
d/dx(tan x) = sec²x.
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