Math Problem Statement

In right triangle ABC above, what is the sine of A?

Solution

In the right triangle ABCABC, we need to find the sine of angle AA.

In a right triangle, the sine of an angle is defined as:

sin(θ)=opposite sidehypotenuse\sin(\theta) = \frac{\text{opposite side}}{\text{hypotenuse}}

Here, for A\angle A:

  • The side opposite to A\angle A is 66 (side ACAC).
  • The hypotenuse is 77 (side ABAB).

So, the sine of A\angle A is:

sin(A)=67\sin(A) = \frac{6}{7}

Thus, the correct answer is:

67\boxed{\frac{6}{7}}

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Here are 5 related questions to expand on this concept:

  1. How do you find the cosine of A\angle A in a right triangle?
  2. What is the tangent of A\angle A in this triangle?
  3. How can you determine sin(B)\sin(B) from the given information?
  4. How does the Pythagorean theorem apply to this triangle?
  5. What is the relationship between sine and cosine for complementary angles?

Tip: Remember that in a right triangle, the sine and cosine of complementary angles (like A\angle A and B\angle B) are related: sin(A)=cos(B)\sin(A) = \cos(B) and vice versa.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Trigonometry
Right Triangle

Formulas

sin(θ) = opposite / hypotenuse

Theorems

Trigonometric Ratios in Right Triangles

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9