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What is the value of sec A (include steps)

What is the value of sec A (include steps)-example-1
User Velojet
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Answer:

17/15

Explanation:

Secant is the inverse of cosine.

Cosine is the adjacent side divided by the hypotenuse.

cos A = 15/17

sec A = 17/15

User Bparry
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Answer:

17/15

Explanation:

Sec A = 1/ Cos A

Cos A = Adjacent / Hypotenuse

1/Cos A = Hypotenuse / Adjacent

So, Sec A = Hypotenuse/Adjacent

= AB/AC

= 17/15

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