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Angles and Trigonometric Functions — Quiz

Question 2 • Precalculus

Suppose tangent of x is equal to 2 thirds , and the terminal side of x is located in quadrant I. What is sine of x ?

Answer
A
the fraction with numerator 3 and denominator square root of 13
B
3 halves
C
the fraction with numerator 2 and denominator square root of 13
D
the fraction with numerator square root of 13 and denominator 2

Explanation

Since tangent is opposite over adjacent, tan(x) = 2/3 means the opposite and adjacent sides can be 2 and 3. The hypotenuse is √(2² + 3²) = √13, so sin(x) = opposite/hypotenuse = 2/√13. Quadrant I confirms sine is positive, so the answer is the fraction with numerator 2 and denominator √13.

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