Question 34
TrigonometryIn a right angled triangle, if tanθ = 3/4. What is cosθ − sinθ?
- A.2/5
- B.3/5
- C.1/5
- D.4/5
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (1/5)
Explanation
A 3-4-5 triangle gives sin θ = 3/5 and cos θ = 4/5, so cos θ − sin θ = 1/5.
In a right angled triangle, if tanθ = 3/4. What is cosθ − sinθ?
Answer: C (1/5)
A 3-4-5 triangle gives sin θ = 3/5 and cos θ = 4/5, so cos θ − sin θ = 1/5.