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Answer: ASet 4: Trigonometry (Beginner)
Explanation
PROBLEM
Intriguingly, in a right triangle, the opposite side is 6, adjacent side is 8, and hypotenuse is 10. Find cos(angle).
In a right triangle, the opposite side is 6, adjacent side is 8, and hypotenuse is 10. Find cos(angle).
A.✓ Correct
8/10
B.
6/8
C.
8/10
D.
10/6
Detailed Explanation
[Variation 2] Choice A is the best answer. cos = adjacent/hypotenuse = 8/10
Why others are wrong:
B: 6/8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
C: 8/10 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.
D: 10/6 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.