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Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry

Short Answer Type Questions- I


Q1: In ΔABC , Right Angled at B, AB = 24cm, BC = 7cm.
Determine the Following Equations:    
(i) sinA, cosA
Ans:
Let us draw a right-angled triangle ABC, right angled at B.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Using Pythagoras theorem, find AC.
AC= AB2+BC2
= (24)2+(7)2
= 576+49
= 625
∴ AC = 25cm
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(ii) sinC, cosC
Ans: 
Let us draw a right-angled triangle ABC, right angled at B.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Using Pythagoras theorem, find AC.
AC= AB2+BC2
= (24)2+(7)2
= 576+49
= 625
∴ AC = 25cm
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry

Q2: In Adjoining Figure, Find the Value of tanP − cotR.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Using Pythagoras theorem,
PR2 = PQ2+QR2
(13)2 = (12)2+QR2
QR2 = 169−144⇒25
∴ QR = 5cm
Then find tanP − cotR,
First find the value of tanP.    
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now find the value of cotR
We know that, tanR= 1/cotR
For that we need to first find the value of tanR
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Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry 

Q3: If sinA = 3/4, Calculate the Value of cosA and tanA.  
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given that the triangle ABC in which ∠B = 90º
Let us take BC = 3k and AC = 4k
Then using Pythagoras theorem,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Calculate the value of cosA
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
And calculate the value of tanA
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry

Q4: Given 15cotA = 8, Find the Values of sinA and secA.
Ans:
Given: 15cotA = 8
Let us assume a triangle ABC in which ∠B = 90º.
Then, 15cotA = 8
⇒ cotA = 8/15
Since cotA =  Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Let us draw the triangle.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now, AB = 8k and BC = 15k.
Using Pythagoras theorem, find the value of AC.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now, find the values of sinA and secA.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry

Q5: If ∠A and ∠B are Acute Angles Such That cosA = cosB, then show that ∠A = ∠B
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given: cosA = cosB
In right triangle ABC,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now, equate equation (1) and (2).
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Therefore, Angles opposite to equal sides are equal.
Hence proved.

Q6: State Whether the Following are True or False. Justify Your Answer.
(i) The Value of tanA is Always Less than 1.

Ans: False because sides of a right triangle may have any length, so tanA may have any value. For example,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(ii) secA= 12/5 for Some Value of Angle A.
Ans: True as secA is always greater than 1. For example, Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry As hypotenuse will be the largest side. So, it is true.
(iii) cosA  is the Abbreviation Used for the Cosecant of Angle A.
Ans:
False as cosA is the abbreviation of cosineA. Because cosA means cosine of angle A and cosecA means cosecant of angle A.
(iv) cotA  is the Product of cotand A.
Ans:
False as cotA is not the product of cot and A. cot without A doesn’t have meaning.
(v) sinθ = 4/3 for Some Angle θ.
Ans: 
False as sinθ cannot be greater than 1. For example, sinθ =Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry Since the hypotenuse is the largest side. So, sinθ will be less than 1.

Q7: Evaluate the Following Equations:
(i) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given: Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, sin(90°−θ) = cosθ
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(ii) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given: Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, tan(90°−θ) = cotθ
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry 
(iii) cos48°−sin42°
Ans: 
Given: cos48° − sin42°
We know that, cos(90°−θ) = sinθ
Then,
⇒ cos(90°−42°) − sin42°
⇒ sin42°− sin42° ⇒ 0
∴ cos48° − sin42° = 0
(iv) cosec31°−sec59°
Ans:
Given: cosec31°−sec59°
We know that, cosec(90°−θ) = secθ
Then,
⇒ cosec((90°−59°) − sec59°
⇒ sec59°−sec59°⇒0
∴ cosec31° − sec59° = 0

Q8: Show that the Following Equations:
(i) tan48° tan23° tan42° tan67°  = 1
Ans: 
Given: tan48°tan23°tan42°tan67°=1
We know that, tan(90°−θ)=cotθ.
Now let us take left-hand side,
tan48°tan23°tan42°tan67°
⇒ tan(90°−42°)tan(90°−67°)tan42°tan67°
⇒ cot42°cot67°tan42°tan67°
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
⇒ 1 is equal to R.H.S
∴tan48°tan23°tan42°tan67° = 1
Hence proved.
(ii) cos38°cos52°−sin38°sin52° = 0
Ans:
Given: cos38°cos52°−sin38°sin52° = 0
We know that, cos(90°−θ) = sinθ
Now let us take left-hand side,
cos38°cos52°−sin38°sin52°
⇒ cos(90°−52°)cos(90°−38°)−sin38°sin52°
⇒ sin52°sin38°−sin38°sin52°
⇒ 0 is equal to R.H.S
∴ cos38°cos52°−sin38°sin52° = 0
Hence proved.

Q9: If  tan2A = cot(A−18°) where 2A is an Acute Angle, Find the Value of A.
Ans:
Given: tan2A = cot(A−18°)
We know that, cot(90°−θ) = tanθ
Then,
⇒ cot(90°−2A) = cot(A−18°)
Now equalise the angles,
90°−2A = A−18°
−2A−A = −18°−90°
−3A = −108°
A = 108°/3
∴ A = 36°

Q10: If tanA = cotB, then Prove That A+B=90°.
Ans:
Given: tanA = cotB
We know that, cot(90°−θ) = tanθ
Then,
cot(90−A) = cotB
Now equalise the angles,
90°−A = B
⇒ A+B = 90∘
∴ A+B = 90°
Hence proved.

Q11: If sec4A = cosec(A−20°), Where 4A is an Acute Angle, Then Find the Value of A.
Ans:
Given: sec4A = cosec(A−20°)
We know that, cosec(90°−θ) = secθ
Then,
⇒ cosec(90°−4A) = cosec(A−20°)
Now equalise the angles,
90°−4A = A−20°
−4A−A = −20°−90°
−5A = −110°
A = 110°5
∴ A = 22°
Hence proved.

Q12: If A, B and C are Interior Angles of a ΔABC, then Show That sinClass 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: Given: A, B and C are interior angles of a ΔABC.
We know that, A+B+C = 180°.
Let us consider,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Multiply sin on both sides,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.

Q13: Express sin67° + cos75° in terms of trigonometric ratios of angles between  0° and 45°.
Ans: Given: sin67° + cos75°
We know that, sin(90°−θ) = cosθ
and cos(90°−θ) = sinθ.
Then,
sin67° + cos75° = sin(90°−23°) + cos(90°−15°)
= cos23° + sin15°
∴ cos23° + sin15° is the required value.

Q14: Express the Trigonometric Ratios sinA,secA and tanA in Terms of cotA.
Ans:
Find the value of sinA in terms of cotA.
By using identity cosec2A−cot2A = 1.
Then, use cosecA= 1/sinA.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now find the value for secA in terms of cotA.
Using identity sec2A−tan2A = 1
⇒ sec2A = 1+tan2A
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
And find the value for tanA in terms of cot A
By trigonometric ratio property, tanA= 1/cot A
Hence, tanA = 1/cot A
Therefore, sinA, secA and tanA are founded in terms of cotA.

Q15: Write the Other Trigonometric Ratios of A in Terms of secA.
Ans:
Find the value of sinA in terms of secA
By using identity, sin2A+cos2A = 1
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now find the value for cosA in terms of secA,
By trigonometric ratio property, cosA = 1/sec A
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Find the value for tanA in terms of secA,
By using identity, sec2A−tan2A = 1
⇒ tan2A = sec2A−1
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Find the value for cosecA in terms of secA
By trigonometric ratio property, cosecA = 1/sinA
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Substitute the value of sinA = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Finally, find the value for cotA in terms of secA
By trigonometric ratio property, cotA = 1/tan A
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Substitute the value of tanA = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry 

Q16: Evaluate the Following Equations:  
(i) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given: Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, sin(90°−θ) = cosθ,cos(90°−θ) = sinθ and  sin2θ+cos2θ = 1
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(ii) sin25°cos65°+cos25°sin65°
Ans: 
Given: sin25°cos65°+cos25°sin65°
We know that, sin(A+B) = sinAcosB + cosAsinB
Then,
⇒ sin(25°+65°)
⇒ sin90°
⇒ 1
∴ sin25°cos65° + cos25°sin65° = 1

Q17: Show that Any Positive Odd Integer Is of the Form 6q + 1, or 6q + 3, or 6q + 5, where q is some integer.  
Ans:
Let a be any positive integer and b= 6.
Then, by Euclid’s algorithm, a=6q+r for some integer q ≥ 0, and r = 0,1,2,3,4,5 because 0 ≤ r < 6.
Therefore, a = 6q or 6q+ 1 or 6q+ 2or 6q +3or 6q+ 4or 6q+ 5
Also, 6q+1 = 2×3q+1 = 2k1+1, where k1 is a positive integer 6q+3 = (6q+2)+1 = 2(3q+1)+1 = 2k2+ 1,
Where kis an integer 6q+5 = (6q+4)+1 = 2(3q+2)+1 = 2k3+1, where k3 is an integer
Clearly, 6q+1, 6q+3, 6q+5 are of the form 2k+ 1, where k an integer is.
Therefore, 6q + 1, 6q + 3, 6q + 5 are not exactly divisible by 2.
Hence, these expressions of numbers are odd numbers.
And therefore, any odd integer can be expressed in the form 6q+1, or 6q+3, or 6q+5.

Q18: An Army Contingent of 616 Members are to March Behind an Army Band of 32 Members in a Parade. The Two Groups Are to March in the Same Number of Columns. What Is the Maximum Number of Columns in Which They Can March?
Ans: 
We have to find the HCF(616, 32) to find the maximum number of columns in which they can march.
To find the HCF, we can use Euclid’s algorithm.
616 = 32×19+8
⇒ 32 = 8×4+0
Hence,  HCF(616, 32) is 8.
Therefore, they can march in 8 columns each.

Q19: Use Euclid’s Division Lemma to Show That the Square of Any Positive Integer Is Either of Form 3m  or 3m+1 for some integer m.
Hint:Let\[x\]beanypositiveintegerthenitisoftheform\[3q,3q+1\]or\[3q+2 \]. Nowsquareeachoftheseandshowthattheycanberewrittenintheform\[3m\]or\[3m+1\].
Ans:
Let a be any positive integer and b=3.
Then a = 3q+r for some integer q ≥ 0
And r = 0,1,2 because 0 ≤ r < 3
Therefore, a = 3q or 3q+1 or 3q+2
Or,
⇒ a2 = (3q)2 or (3q+1)2 or (3q+2)2
⇒ a2 = (9q)2 or 9q2+6q+1 or 9q2+12q+4
⇒ a2 = 3×(3q)2 or 3(3q2+2q)+1 or 3(3q2+4q+1)+1
⇒ a = 3k1 or 3k2+1 or 3k3+1
Where k1, k2, k3 are some positive integers
Hence, it can be said that the square of any positive integer is either of the form 3m or 3m+1.

Short Answer Type Questions- II


Q20: Given secθ= 13/12, Calculate the Values for All Other Trigonometric Ratios.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given:  secθ = 13/12
Let us consider a triangle ABC in which ∠A = θ and ∠B = 90º
Let AB = 12k and AC = 13k
Then, find the value of BC
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Since, secθ = 13/12
Similarly,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry

Q21: If cotθ= 7/8, then Evaluate the Followings Equations:
(i) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given: cotθ= 7/8
Let us consider a triangle ABC in which ∠A = θ and ∠B = 90°
Then, AB = 7k and BC = 8k
Using Pythagoras theorem, find AC
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now find the value of trigonometric ratios.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, cos2θ+sin2θ = 1
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(ii) cot2θ
Ans:
Given: cot2θ
We know that, cotθ= cosθ/sinθ
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
∴ cot2θ = 49/64
Hence, Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry and cot2θ are same.

Q22: If 3cotA = 4, then show that Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given: 3cotA=4
Let us consider a triangle ABC in which  ∠B = 90º
Then, 3cotA = 4 ⇒ cotA = 4/3
Let AB = 4k and BC = 3k
Using Pythagoras theorem, find AC
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now find the value of trigonometric ratios.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
To prove: Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Let us take left-hand side
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Substitute the value of tanA.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
⇒ 7/25
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Then,
R.H.S =cos2A−sin2A
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
⇒ 7/25
∴ cos2A−sin2A = 7/25.
It shows that L.H.S = R.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.

Q23: In ΔABC Right Angles at B, if A = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry then Find Value of the Following Equations:
(i) sinA cosC + cosA sinC
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Let us consider a triangle ABCin which  ∠B = 90°
Let BC = k and AB = 3–√k
Then, using Pythagoras theorem find AC
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now find the value of trigonometric ratios.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
For ∠C, adjacent = BC, opposite = AB, and hypotenuse = AC
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now find the values of the following equations,
sinAcosC + cosAsinC
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(ii) cosAcosC−sinAsinC
Ans:
 Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
∴ cosAcosC − sinAsinC = 0

Q24: In ΔPQR, right angled at Q, PR + QR = 25cm and PQ = 5cm. Determine the Values of  sinP, cosP  and tanP.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given: In ΔPQR, right angled at Q
And PR+QR = 25cm, PQ = 5cm
Let us take QR = x cm and PR = (25−x)cm
By using Pythagoras theorem, find the value of x.
RP2 = RQ2+QP2
⇒ (25−x)2=(x)2+(5)2 ⇒ 625 − 50x + x2 = x2+25
⇒ −50x =−600 ⇒ x =12
Hence, RQ=12cmand RP=25−12=13cm
Now, find the values of sinP, cosP and tanP.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry

Q25: If tan(A+B) =√3 and tan(A−B) =Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry 0°<A + B ≤ 90° ; A>B. Find A and B.
Ans:
Given: tan(A+B) =√3 and tan(A−B)= 1/√3.
We know that, tan60° =√3 and tan 30° = 1/√3.  
Then,
tan(A+B) = tan60°
⇒ A+B = 60°          …… (1)
tan(A−B) = tan30°
⇒ A−B = 30°      …… (2)
Adding equation (1) and (2). We get,
A+B+A−B = 60°+30° ⇒ 2A=90° ⇒ A = 45°
∴A = 45°
Put A = 45° in equation (1).
A+B = 60°
⇒ 45°+B = 60° ⇒ B= 60°−45° ⇒ B=15°
∴ B = 15°
Hence, A = 45° and B = 15°.

Q26: If xcosθysinθ = a, xsinθ+ycosθ = b, Prove that x2+y2 = a2+b2.
Ans: 
Given:
xcosθysinθ = a      …… (1)
xsinθ+ycosθ = b        …… (2)
Squaring and adding the equation (1) and (2) on both sides.
x2cos2θ+y2sin2θ−2xycosθsinθ+x2sin2θ+y2cos2θ+2xycosθsinθ = a2+b2
⇒ x2(cos2θ+sin2θ)+y2(sin2θ+cos2θ) = a2+b2
⇒ x2+y2 = a2+b2
∴ x2+y2 = a2+b2
Hence proved.

Q27: Prove that sec2θ+cosec2θ Can Never Be Less Than 2.
Ans:
Given: sec2θ+cosec2θ
We know that, sec2θ = 1+tan2θ and cosec2θ = 1+cot2θ.
⇒ sec2θ+cosec2θ = 1+tan2θ+1+cot2θ
⇒ sec2θ+cosec2θ = 2+tan2θ+cot2θ
Therefore, sec2θ+cosec2θ can never be less than 2.
Hence proved.

Q28: If sinφ= 1/2, show that 3cosφ−4cos3φ = 0
Ans: 
Given: sinφ = 1/2
We know that sin30° = 12.
While comparing the angles of sin, we get
⇒ φ = 30°
Substitute φ = 30° to get
3cosφ−4cos3φ = 3cos(30°)−4cos3(30°)
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Therefore, 3cosφ−4cos3φ = 0.
Hence proved.

Q29: If 7sin2φ+3cos2φ = 4, then Show that tanφ = 1/√3.
Ans:
Given: 7sin2φ+3cos2φ = 4
We know that, sin2φ+cos2φ = 1 and tanθ = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Then, 7sin2φ+3cos2φ = 4(sin2φ+cos2φ)
⇒ 7sin2φ−4sin2φ = 4cos2φ−3cos2φ
⇒ 3sin2φ = cos2φ
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.

Q30: If cosφ+sinφ = √2cosφ, Prove that cosφ−sinφ = √2sinφ.
Ans: 
Given: cosφ+sinφ = √2cosφ
Squaring on both sides, we get
⇒ (cosφ+sinφ)= 2cos2φ
⇒ cos2φ+sin2φ+2cosφsinφ = 2cos2φ
⇒ sin2φ = 2cos2φ−cos2φ−2cosφsinφ
⇒ sin2φ = cos2φ−2cosφsin
Add sin2φ on both sides
⇒ 2sin2φ = cos2φ−2cosφsinφ+sin2φ
⇒ 2sin2φ = (cosφ−sinφ)2
∴ cosφ−sinφ = √2 sinφ
Hence proved.

Q31: If tanA+sinA = m and tanA−sinA = n, then Show that m2−n= 4√mn.
Ans: 
Given:
tanA + sinA = m        …… (1)
tanA − sinA = n         …… (2)
Now to prove m2−n2= 4√mn.
Take left-hand side
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now take right-hand side
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence, 4√mn = 4tanAsinA
∴ m2−n2 = 4√mn
Hence proved.

Q32: If secA = x + (1/4x), then prove that secA+tanA = 2x or (1/2x).
Ans: 
Given: secA = x+ (1/4x)
Squaring on both sides.
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, sec2A = 1+tan2A
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Taking square root on both sides,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now, find secA + tanA
If tanA = x − (1/4x)means 
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.

Q32: If A, B are Acute Angles and sinA = cosB, then Find the Value of A+B.
Ans:
Given: sinA = cosB
We know that sinA = cos(90°−A)
While comparing the values to get
cosB = cos(90°−A)
⇒ B = 90°−A ⇒ A+B = 90°
∴ A+B = 90°.

Q33: Evaluate the Following Questions:
(i) Solve for ϕ, if tan5ϕ = 1.
Ans:
Given: tan5ϕ = 1
We know that, tan−1(1) = 45°
5ϕ = tan−1(1) ⇒ 45°
5ϕ = 45°
ϕ = 45°/5 ⇒ 9°
∵ϕ = 9°
(ii) Solve for φ, if Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:

Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
sinφ = sin30° ⇒ φ = 30°
∴ φ = 30°.

Q34: If Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry show that (m2+n2)cos2β = n2.
Ans: 
Given:Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry … (1)
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry … (2)
Squaring equation (1) and (2). We get,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now to prove (m2+n2)cos2β = n2,
Take left-hand side,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
= n2
∴ (m2+n2)cos2β = n2
Hence proved.

Q35: If 7cosecφ−3cotφ = 7, then prove that 7cotφ−3cosecφ = 3.
Ans: 
Given: 7cosecφ−3cotφ=7
Then prove that, 7cotφ−3cosecφ=3
7cosecφ−3cotφ=7
Squaring on both sides, we get
49cosec2φ+9cot2φ−42cosecφcotφ=49
We know that, cosec2φ=1+cot2φ and cot2φ=cosec2φ−1.
49(cot2φ+1)+9(cosec2φ−1)−42cosecφcotφ=49
49cot2φ+49+9cosec2φ−9−2(3cosecφ⋅7cotφ)=49
(7cotφ−3cosecφ)= 49−49+9
(7cotφ−3cosecφ)= 9
Take square root on both sides, we get
∴ 7cotφ−3cosecφ = 3
Hence proved.

Q36: Prove that 2(sin6φ+cos6φ) 3(sin4φ+cos4φ)+1 = 0.
Ans:
Given: 2(sin6φ+cos6φ) 3(sin4φ+cos4φ)+1=0
Let us take left-hand side,
2(sin6φ+cos6φ) 3(sin4φ+cos4φ)+1=2((sin2φ)3+(cos2φ)3)−3((sin2φ)2+(cos2φ)2)+1
=2[(sin2φ+cos2φ)3−3sin2φcos2φ(sin2φ+cos2φ)]−3[(sin2φ+cos2φ)2−2sin2φcos2φ]+1
=2[1−3sin2φcos2φ]−3[1−2sin2φcos2φ]+1
=2−6sin2φcos2φ−3+6sin2φcos2φ+1
=−1+1
= 0
Therefore, 2(sin6φ+cos6φ) 3(sin4φ+cos4φ)+1 = 0.
Hence proved.

Q37: If tanθ = 5/6 and θ = ϕ = 90°. What is the value of cotϕ.
Ans: 
Given: tanθ = 5/6 and θ = ϕ = 90°
We know that, tanθ = 1/cotθ.
cotϕ = 1/tanϕ
= 1/(5/6)
= 6/5
cotϕ= 6/5.

Q38: What is the Value of tanφ in terms of sinφ ?
Ans:
Given: tanφ
We know that, tanφ = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry and cos2φ+sin2φ = 1
tanφ = sinφ/cosφ
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry 

Q39: If secφ+tanφ = 4, Find the Value of sinφ, cosφ.
Ans:
Given: secφ+tanφ = 4
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Squaring on both sides.
(1+sinφ)2 = (4cosφ)2
1+2sinφ+sin2φ = 16cos2φ
1+2sinφ+sin2φ = 16(1−sin2φ)
1+2sinφ+sin2φ = 16−16sin2φ
17sin2φ+2sinφ−15 = 0
17sin2φ+17sinφ−15sinφ−15 = 0
17sinφ(sinφ+1)−15(sinφ+1) = 0
(sinφ+1)(17sinφ−15) = 0
If sinφ+1 = 0
Hence, sinφ = −1 is not possible.
Then, 17sinφ−15 = 0
∴ sinφ = 15/17
Now find cosφ
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Substitute the value of sinφ
 1 + (15/17) = 4cosφ
32/17 = 4cosφ
⇒ cosφ = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
∴ cosφ = 8/17.

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Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Express the Trigonometric Ratios sinA, secA and tanA in Terms of cotA.
Ans:
Find the value for sinA in terms of cotA
By using identity cosec2A−cot2A = 1
Then,
⇒ cosec2A = 1+cot2A
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Express the value of secA in terms of cotA
By using identity sec2A−tan2A = 1
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Express the value of tanA in terms of cotA
We know that, tanA = 1/cotA
∴ tanA =1/cotA.

Q2: Write the Other Trigonometric Ratios of A in Terms of secA.
Ans: 
Express the value of sinA in terms of secA
By using identity, sin2A+cos2A = 1
⇒ sin2A = 1−cos2A
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Express the value of cosA in terms of secA
We know that, cosA = 1/secA
∴ cosA = 1/secA
Express the value of tanA in terms of secA
By using identity sec2A−tan2A = 1
Then,
⇒ tan2A = sec2A−1
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Express the value of cosecA in terms of secA
We know that, cosecA= 1sinA
Then, Substitute the value of sinA
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Express the value of cotA in terms of secA
We know that, Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Substitute the value of tanA
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry

Q3: Evaluate the following equations:
(i) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given:Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, sin(90°−θ) = cosθ, cos(90°−θ) = sinθ and sin2θ+cos2θ = 1
Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(ii) sin25°cos65°+cos25°sin65°
Ans:
Given: sin25°cos65°+cos25°sin65°
We know that, sin(90°−θ) = cosθ, cos(90°−θ) = sinθ and sin2θ+cos2θ = 1
⇒ sin25°cos(90°−25°) + cos25°sin(90°−25°)
⇒ sin25°.sin25°+cos25°.cos25°
⇒ sin225°+cos225° = 1
∴ sin25°cos65° + cos25°sin65° = 1

Q4: Prove the Following Identities, Where the Angles Involved are Acute Angles for Which the Expressions are Defined:
(i) (cosecθ−cotθ)2= Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given: (cosecθ−cotθ)2= Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, (a−b)2 = a2+b2−2ab, cosecθ = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Then, let us take left-hand side
⇒ (cosecθ−cotθ)2 = cosec2θ + cot2θ − 2cosecθcotθ
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(ii) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given: Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, sin2θ+cos2θ = 1
Then, let us take left-hand side
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(iii) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given:Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, a3−b3= (a−b)(a2+b2+ab) and sin2θ+cos2θ = 1
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(iv) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(v) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry using the identity cosec2A = 1+cot2A
Ans:
Given:Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, cosec2A = 1+cot2A
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry 
Dividing all terms by sinA
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.

(vi) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given: Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, 1−sin2θ=cos2θ and (a+b)(a−b) = a2−b2
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry 
Let us take conjugate of the term. Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.  
(vii) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given: Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, 1−sin2θ = cos2θ
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.

(viii) (sinA+cosecA)2+(cosA+secA)= 7+tan2A+cot2A
Ans:
Given: (sinA+cosecA)2+(cosA+secA)2=7+tan2A+cot2A
We know that, cosec2θ =1+cot2θ and sec2θ = 1+tan2θ
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
= 5+cosec2A+sec2A
= 5+1+cot2A+1+tan2A
= 7+tan2A+cot2A = R.H.S
∴ (sinA+cosecA)2+(cosA+secA)2=7+tan2A+cot2A
Hence proved.
(ix) (cosecA−sinA)(secA−cosA)= Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given: (cosecA−sinA)(secA−cosA) = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, sin2θ+cos2θ = 1
Then, let us take L.H.S
(cosecA−sinA)(secA−cosA) = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Dividing all the terms by sinA.cosA
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
∴ (cosecA−sinA)(secA−cosA) = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(x) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry   
Ans:
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry

We know that, 1+tan2θ = sec2θ and 1+cot2θ = cosec2A
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now, prove the Middle side
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
= (−tanA)2
= tan2A = R.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.

Q6: Use Euclid’s Division Algorithm to Find the HCF of:
(i) 135 and 225
Ans:
Given: 135 and 225
We have 225>135,
So, we have to apply the division lemma to 225 and 135 to obtain
225=135×1+90
Here remainder90 ≠ 0, again we are applying the division lemma to 135 and 90 to obtain 135=90×1+45
Again, the remainder45≠0, then apply the division lemma to obtain
90 = 2×45+0
Since now we got remainder as zero. Here, the process get stops.
The divisor at this stage is 45
Therefore, the HCF of 135 and 225 is 45.
(ii) 196 and 38220
Ans:
Given: 196 and 38220
We have 38220 > 196,
So, we have to apply the division lemma to 38220 and 196 to obtain
38220 = 196×195+0
Since we get the remainder as zero, the process stops here.
The divisor at this stage is 196,
Therefore, HCF of 196 and 38220 is 196.
(iii) 867 and 255
Ans: 
Given: 867 and 255
We have 867 > 255,
So, we have to apply the division lemma to 867 and 255 to obtain
867 = 255×3+102
Here remainder 102 ≠ 0, again apply the division lemma to255 and 102 to obtain
255 = 102×2 51
Again, remainder 51≠0, again apply the division lemma to 102 and 51 to obtain
102 = 51×2+0
Since we get the remainder as zero, the process stops here.
The divisor at this stage is 51,
Therefore, HCF of 867 and 255 is 51.

Q7: Evaluate the Following Equations:  
i. sin60°cos30°+sin30°cos60°
Ans: 
Given: sin60°cos30°+sin30°cos60°
We know that, Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Then, sin60°cos30°+sin30°cos60°
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
= 4/4 = 1
∴ sin60°cos30°+sin30°cos60° = 1
(ii) 2tan245°+cos230°−sin260°
Ans:
Given: 2tan245°+cos230°−sin260°
We know that, tan45° = 1, sin60° = √3/2 and cos30° = √3/2
Then, 2tan245°+cos230°−sin260°
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(iii) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(iv) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given: Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Then, Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
(v) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry

Q8: Prove the Following Identities, Where the Angles Involved are Acute Angles for Which the Expressions are Defined:
(i) (cosecθ−cotθ)2=Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given: (cosecθ−cotθ)2=Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, (a−b)2= a2+b2−2ab, cosecθ = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Then, let us take left-hand side
⇒(cosecθ−cotθ)2=cosec2θ+cot2θ−2cosecθcotθ
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(ii) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given:Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, sin2θ+cos2θ =1
Then, let us take left-hand side
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(iii) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, a3−b3=(a−b)(a2+b2+ab) and sin2θ+cos2θ=1
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(iv) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(v) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry using the identity cosec2A=1+cot2A
Ans: 
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, cosec2A=1+cot2A
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Dividing all terms by sinA
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(vi) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, 1−sin2θ=cos2θ and (a+b)(a−b)=a2−b2
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Let us take conjugate of the term. Then,
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(vii) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, 1−sin2θ=cos2θ
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(viii) (sinA+cosecA)2+(cosA+secA)2=7+tan2A+cot2A
Ans: 
Given: (sinA+cosecA)2+(cosA+secA)2=7+tan2A+cot2A
We know that, cosec2θ=1+cot2θ and sec2θ=1+tan2θ
Then, let us take L.H.S
(sinA+cosecA)2+(cosA+secA)2= Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
= 5+cosec2A+sec2A
= 5+1+cot2A+1+tan2A
= 7+tan2A+cot2A = R.H.S
∴ (sinA+cosecA)2+(cosA+secA)2=7+tan2A+cot2A
Hence proved.
(ix) (cosecA−sinA)(secA−cosA) =Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans: 
Given: (cosecA−sinA)(secA−cosA)=Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, sin2θ+cos2θ = 1
Then, let us take L.H.S
(cosecA−sinA)(secA−cosA)= Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Dividing all the terms by sinA.cosA
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
∴(cosecA−sinA)(secA−cosA) = Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.
(x) Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Ans:
Given:
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
We know that, 1+tan2θ=sec2θ and 1+cot2θ=cosec2A
Then, let us take L.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Now, prove the Middle side
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
= (−tanA)2
= tan2A = R.H.S
Class 10 Maths Chapter 8 Important Question Answers - Introduction to Trigonometry
Hence proved.

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Ans. Trigonometry is a branch of mathematics that deals with the relationships between angles and sides of triangles. It involves the study of trigonometric functions such as sine, cosine, and tangent, which are used to solve problems related to angles and distances.
2. What are the basic trigonometric ratios?
Ans. The basic trigonometric ratios include sine, cosine, and tangent. These ratios are defined as follows: - Sine (sin): The ratio of the length of the side opposite the angle to the length of the hypotenuse. - Cosine (cos): The ratio of the length of the side adjacent to the angle to the length of the hypotenuse. - Tangent (tan): The ratio of the length of the side opposite the angle to the length of the side adjacent to the angle.
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