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MTH 101 MTH 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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If cos a = 4/5, what is sin a in the first quadrant?
Options
A 3/5
Correct Answer
B 3/4
C 5/3
D √21/5
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Using sin² a + cos² a = 1, sin² a = 1 - (16/25) = 9/25, so sin a = 3/5 (positive in first quadrant).

Hint

The notes indicate answer A.

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