If (\cot \theta=\frac{12}{5}) and (\theta) is in the first quadrant, what is (\cos \theta)?
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Answer and explanation
Correct answer: (\frac{12}{13})
In ( \cot \theta=\frac{12}{5}), adjacent is (12), opposite is (5), and hypotenuse is (13). In exams use ( \cos \theta=\frac{\text{adjacent}}{\text{hypotenuse}}).
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct answer to this question?
(\frac{12}{13})
Why is this the correct answer?
In ( \cot \theta=\frac{12}{5}), adjacent is (12), opposite is (5), and hypotenuse is (13). In exams use ( \cos \theta=\frac{\text{adjacent}}{\text{hypotenuse}}).
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 12 Mathematics question. Chapter: Trigonometric Functions. Topic: Trigonometric functions and their properties.
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