Trig Review: Word Problems + Cofunctions

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What is the definition of the tangent function in a right triangle?

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The tangent function is defined as the ratio of the length of the opposite side to the length of the adjacent side.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.6

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How do you find the height of an object using trigonometry?

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Use the tangent function: height = distance from the object * tan(angle of elevation).

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.8

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What is the cofunction identity for sine?

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What is the cofunction identity for cosine?

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What is the relationship between the angles in a right triangle?

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The sum of the angles in a right triangle is always 180 degrees, with one angle being 90 degrees.

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CCSS.8.G.A.5

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How do you determine the angle of elevation?

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.8

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What is the definition of the sine function in a right triangle?

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The sine function is defined as the ratio of the length of the opposite side to the length of the hypotenuse.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.6

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What is the definition of the cosine function in a right triangle?

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The cosine function is defined as the ratio of the length of the adjacent side to the length of the hypotenuse.

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.6

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CCSS.HSF.TF.C.9

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CCSS.HSG.SRT.C.7