Math Problem Statement
A right triangle ABC has complementary angles A and C. If sin(A) = 2425, the value of cos(C) = .
If cos(C) = 2029, the value of sin(A) = .
Solution
In a right triangle, the two non-right angles and are complementary, meaning that . This fact gives us the relationship:
Now, let's solve the two parts of the problem:
1. If , what is ?
Since (because ):
2. If , what is ?
Again, since :
Thus, the two values are:
Would you like a more detailed explanation of complementary angles and their trigonometric identities? Here are five related questions you can explore:
- What is the relationship between sine and cosine for complementary angles in any right triangle?
- How can you find the hypotenuse of a right triangle if you are given one side and one angle?
- How do you calculate the tangent of an angle if you know its sine or cosine value?
- If , how can you find ?
- How do you solve for angle given ?
Tip: In right triangles, the Pythagorean identity is a helpful tool for calculating missing trigonometric values.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Trigonometry
Right Triangles
Complementary Angles
Formulas
sin(A) = cos(C) for complementary angles
cos(A) = sin(C) for complementary angles
Pythagorean identity: sin^2(A) + cos^2(A) = 1
Theorems
Complementary Angle Theorem
Pythagorean Identity
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10
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