JAMB Mathematics 1998 Question 35

Question 35

Trigonometry

In the diagram above QTR is a straight line and ∠PQT = 30°. Find the sine of ∠PTR

Diagram for this question
  1. A.8/15
  2. B.2/3
  3. C.3/4
  4. D.15/16
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Answer: D (15/16)

Explanation

In triangle PQT, sin∠PTQ/PQ = sin 30°/PT, so sin∠PTQ = (15 × ½)/8 = 15/16. ∠PTR = 180° − ∠PTQ has the same sine.