SOLUTION: Can someone please help me with this problem? / If tan theta = 5/12, what is the value of sin^2 theta + cos^2 theta __?__ Thanks!

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Question 643082: Can someone please help me with this problem?
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If tan theta = 5/12, what is the value of sin^2 theta + cos^2 theta __?__
Thanks!

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
If tan theta = 5/12, what is the value of sin^2 theta + cos^2 theta __?__
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sin^2(x) + cos^2(x) is ALWAYS equal to 1
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cheers,
Stan H.