Question

If X is an angle in standard position and its terminal side passes the point (-3,2), find the exact value of cscX

Answer 1

Draw a right triangle in the second quadrant with x=-3 and y =2, then use Pythagorean's theorem to find the radius. Then you can answer your question by using the fact that csc x is the hypotenuse over the opposite side.

Answer 2

ohhhhhh, duh! yeah, wow, stupid moment. I knew that. Thanks :)

Answer 3

No prb;