Explain the difference between using the tangent ratio to solve for a missing angle in a right triangle versus using the cotangent ratio. You must use complete sentences and any evidence needed (such as an example) to prove your point of view.

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anonymous · Answer

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anonymous · Answer

what are the tan and cot ratios?

anonymous · Answer

tan is opp/adj and cot is adj/opp

anonymous · Answer

right,they're reciprocals. basically everything will be the same except the side lengths will be flipped. And when you're solving for the angle tan is easier because most calculators don't have to a cot button

anonymous · Answer

ohh ok. thank you!

anonymous · Answer

so. you basically get the same answer?

anonymous · Answer

yes because it's the same angle

anonymous · Answer

Thank you.

anonymous · Answer

yw