Math Problem Statement

What now is the correct answer on tan -110

Solution

To find the correct value of tan(110)\tan(-110^\circ), follow these steps:

  1. Step 1: Recognize the periodicity of the tangent function, which repeats every 180°. Hence: tan(110)=tan(180110)=tan(70)\tan(-110^\circ) = \tan(180^\circ - 110^\circ) = \tan(70^\circ)

  2. Step 2: Determine the sign. Since the angle 110-110^\circ lies in the third quadrant, the tangent function is positive in this quadrant.

  3. Step 3: Now, find the tangent of 7070^\circ. Using a calculator: tan(70)2.747\tan(70^\circ) \approx 2.747

Therefore, tan(110)2.747\tan(-110^\circ) \approx 2.747.

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Here are 5 related questions to explore further:

  1. What is the general formula for the tangent of negative angles?
  2. How does tangent behave in each quadrant of the unit circle?
  3. What is the value of tan(250)\tan(250^\circ)?
  4. How does the tangent function's periodicity help simplify angle calculations?
  5. Can you find tan(290)\tan(290^\circ) using the same approach?

Tip: Always consider the quadrant of the angle when determining the sign of the trigonometric function!

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Tangent Function
Periodicity
Quadrants

Formulas

tan(θ) = tan(180° - θ)
Tangent periodicity: tan(θ + 180°) = tan(θ)

Theorems

Trigonometric functions in different quadrants
Tangent periodicity theorem

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-12