Math Problem Statement
cot (210)
Solution
To find , we first note that:
- The angle is in the third quadrant, where both sine and cosine are negative.
- The reference angle for is .
- , and for , we know .
Thus:
Therefore:
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Here are 5 related questions for practice:
- What is ?
- How do you find the reference angle for ?
- What is ?
- Can you calculate ?
- What is ?
Tip: The cotangent function is the reciprocal of the tangent function, so knowing values of tangent helps in calculating cotangent directly!
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Cotangent Function
Reference Angles
Formulas
\( \cot(\theta) = \frac{1}{\tan(\theta)} \)
\( \tan(30^\circ) = \frac{1}{\sqrt{3}} \)
Theorems
Reciprocal Trigonometric Functions
Reference Angle Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 9-11
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