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The terminal side of an angle in standard position passes through P(15, 8) What is the value of sine?

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Answer:

B) Sine of theta is 8/17

Explanation:

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Answer:

8/17

Explanation:

The sine is the opposite side divided by the hypotenuse:

sin(angle) = y/√(x²+y²) = 8/√(8²+15²) = 8/√289

sin(angle) = 8/17

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