The trigonometric function is , where
lies in quadrant III.
Definition of trigonometric function .
Opposite side = and adjacent side =
.
Pythagorean theorem :
\For right angled triangle, square of Hypotenuse is equal to sum of squares of other two sides..
Substitute the values of opposite side = and adjacent side =
in above equation.
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As lies in quadrant III, the value of secant function is negative.
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The value of .