Geometry - Test Lsns 13.1 - 13.3 Trig Ratios & Special Rt Triang

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What is the definition of a right triangle?

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A right triangle is a triangle that has one angle measuring 90 degrees.

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CCSS.4.G.A.2

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What are the three sides of a right triangle called?

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The three sides are called the hypotenuse (the longest side opposite the right angle), and the two legs (the sides that form the right angle).

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What is the Pythagorean theorem?

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CCSS.8.G.B.8

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What are trigonometric ratios?

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Trigonometric ratios are relationships between the angles and sides of a right triangle, specifically sine, cosine, and tangent.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.6

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Define sine (sin) in terms of a right triangle.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.6

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Define cosine (cos) in terms of a right triangle.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.6

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Define tangent (tan) in terms of a right triangle.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.6

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How do you find the height of an object using trigonometric ratios?

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.8

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What is the angle of elevation?

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The angle of elevation is the angle formed by a horizontal line and the line of sight to an object above the horizontal line.

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CCSS.7.G.B.5

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How do you calculate the angle of elevation using trigonometric ratios?

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.8