Question

For an angle 0 with the point (-5,-12) on its terminating side, what is the value of cosine?

A. -5
B. -12
C. -5/13
D. -12/13

Answer 1

We have to find the value of cosine for an angle with point ( 5, - 12 ) on its terminating side. First we have to find the hypotenuse ( Adjacent = 5, Opposite = 12 ) : c^2 = 5^2 + 12^2 = 25 + 144 = 169; c = sqrt(169 ), c = 13. Cosine for an angle = Adjacent / Hypotenuse = 5 / 13 = 0.385. Answer: The value of cosine is 5/13, Hope that helps!.