SOLUTION: i am trying to figure out if tan 20 degrees=cot 70 degrees. i dont think they are equal but i could use some help. thanks

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Question 287605: i am trying to figure out if tan 20 degrees=cot 70 degrees. i dont think they are equal but i could use some help. thanks
Answer by dabanfield(803) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Yes, they are equal. Tan(90-x) = Cot(x)