Prentice Hall Algebra 1

10-6 Trigonometric Ratios

Objective

To find and use trigonometric ratios

Solve it: Serena says “Ratios can help you solve this problem.”
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The Solve It involves ratios and right triangles. Ratios of the side lengths of a right triangle are called trigonometric ratios. Below are the definitions of three trigonometric ratios.

Essential Understanding You can use the sine, cosine, and tangent ratios to find the measurements of sides and angles of right triangles.


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Table of Contents

Prentice Hall Algebra 1 Chapter 1 Foundations for Algebra Chapter 2 Solving Equations Chapter 3 Solving Inequalities Chapter 4 An Introduction to Functions Chapter 5 Linear Functions Chapter 6 Systems of Equations and Inequalities Chapter 7 Exponents and Exponential Functions Chapter 8 Polynomials and Factoring Chapter 9 Quadratic Functions and Equations Chapter 10 Radical Expressions and Equations Chapter 11 Rational Expressions and Functions Chapter 12 Data Analysis and Probability Skills Handbook Reference Visual Glossary Selected Answers Index Acknowledgments