SOLUTION: Suppose Θ is an angle in standard position whose terminal side lies in quadrant IV (4). If cos Θ = 8/17, the value of cot Θ =
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Question 964341: Suppose Θ is an angle in standard position whose terminal side lies in quadrant IV (4). If cos Θ = 8/17, the value of cot Θ =
Answer by amarjeeth123(569) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Since Θ lies in fourth quadrant sinΘ is negative.
cosΘ=8/17
sinΘ=√1-cosΘ^2=√1-64/189=-0.813
cotΘ=cosΘ/sinΘ=8/17*1/-0.813=-0.578
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