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  • 29-03-2017
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The point P(9, 12) is on the terminal side of θ. Evaluate cos θ.

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  • 29-03-2017
P(9,12): For all intents and purposes, the hypotenuse is "r", the opposite side is "y", and the adjacent side is "x".

x = 9 (from the P(9,12))
y = 12 (also from the point)

Using the Pythagorean Theorem, you find out that r = 15.

Therefore, since cos θ = x/r
cos θ = 9/15 or 3/5

Answer: 3/5

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