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Evaluate the function requested. Write your answer as a fraction in lowest terms. Find Tan A

Evaluate the function requested. Write your answer as a fraction in lowest terms. Find-example-1
User Apen
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Answer:

the answer is C

Explanation:

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Answer: 5 / 12

Reasoning:

1) The definition of tangent ratio is:

tan(x) = opposite-leg / adjacent-leg

2) From the figure

angle = A

opposite-leg = 20

adjacent-leg = 48

3) Using the formula:

cos(A) = 20 / 48 = 5 / 12

Answer: 5 / 12
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