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Answer: ASet 2: Trigonometry (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
In a right triangle, the opposite side is 8, adjacent side is 15, and hypotenuse is 17. Find tan(angle).
In a right triangle, the opposite side is 8, adjacent side is 15, and hypotenuse is 17. Find tan(angle).
A.✓ Correct
8/15
B.
17/8
C.
15/17
D.
8/15
Detailed Explanation
Choice A is the best answer. tan = opposite/adjacent = 8/15
Why others are wrong:
B: 17/8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 15/17 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 8/15 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.