Set 1: Trigonometry (Intermediate)

[Variation 2] **Choice C is the best answer.** tan = opposite/adjacent = 8/15

Explanation

Answer: C

PROBLEM

Intriguingly, 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).

17/8

8/15

✓ Correct

15/17

Detailed Explanation

[Variation 2] Choice C is the best answer. tan = opposite/adjacent = 8/15

Why others are wrong:

A: 17/8 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

B: 8/15 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.

D: 15/17 is incorrect because it does not satisfy the equation.