Question

The statement “cot θ= 12/5, sec θ=-13/5, and the terminal point determined by θ is in quadrant 4”:

Would the answer be D.?

Please help and explain. Thank you!

Answer 1

yeah and also cot(theta) is negative in quadrant IV

Answer 2

and if cot(theta) = 12/5, then sec(theta) = 13/12

so everything is just off on this problem

Answer 3

ok so it is d. im still a little confused on how to know this

Answer 4

you have to know that sec(theta) = 1/cos(theta)

Answer 5

and where cosine is positive and negative

Answer 6

that helps you determine the sign for secant

Answer 7

oh ok so answer: D so the 4th. Q, cosines is +, therefore sec. must be +

Answer 8

yes

Answer 9

ok thank you again for your help

Answer 10

np