SOLUTION: If tan x= -3/4 and sin x>0 find sec x

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Question 845258: If tan x= -3/4 and sin x>0 find sec x
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If tan x= -3/4 and sin x>0 find sec x
Given data shows you are working with a (3-4-5) reference right triangle in quadrant II in which sin>0, cos<0.
cosx=-4/5
secx=1/cosx=-5/4