Trigonometric Ratios of 90° − θ
Move point P to observe how the point corresponding to θ moves, and how point Q corresponding to 90° − θ moves.
Think about how the trigonometric ratios of 90° − θ can be expressed using the trigonometric ratios of θ.
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If the angle between the x‑axis and OP is θ, how can you express the angle of OQ measured clockwise from the y‑axis? Explain your reasoning.
When θ is an acute angle, express sin(90° − θ) and cos(90° − θ) in terms of the trigonometric ratios of θ, and explain why your expressions are correct.
When θ is an acute angle, express tan(90° − θ) in terms of the trigonometric ratios of θ, and explain why your expression is correct.
When θ is an obtuse angle, what happens to sin(90° − θ), cos(90° − θ), and tan(90° − θ)? Compare this with the case when θ is acute, and explain carefully, paying attention to the signs.