If sin(θ)=0.6, then cos(θ) is:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Given:
sin(θ) = 0.6
According to the formula:
sin²θ + cos²θ = 1
sinθ = 0.6 = 3/5
cos²θ = 1 − (3/5)²
= 1 − 9/25
= 16/25
cosθ = √(16/25)
= 4/5
= 0.8
SSC CHSL - 30 Nov 2025 - Shift 2 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q73
If sin(θ)=0.6, then cos(θ) is:
Correct answer: A
Explanation
Given:
sin(θ) = 0.6
According to the formula:
sin²θ + cos²θ = 1
sinθ = 0.6 = 3/5
cos²θ = 1 − (3/5)²
= 1 − 9/25
= 16/25
cosθ = √(16/25)
= 4/5
= 0.8