SOLUTION: If cot theta = -9/2 with theta in Quadrant II, find sin theta

Question 1097953: If cot theta = -9/2 with theta in Quadrant II, find sin theta
Answer by Alan3354(69443) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
If cot theta = -9/2 with theta in Quadrant II, find sin theta
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cot = x/y = -9/2
In Q2, x is negative, y is +
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r = sqrt(x^2+y^2) = sqrt(85)
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sin = y/r = -2/sqrt(85) or -2sqrt(85)/85
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