Question

The terminal side of ∅ in standard position contains the point (-4, -2). Find the exact value for cot∅.

A. -2
B. -1/2
C. 2
D. 1/2

Answer 1

Answer: C) 2

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Work Shown:

cot(theta) = cos(theta)/sin(theta)

cot(theta) = x/y

cot(theta) = -4/(-2)

cot(theta) = 2