SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 58

SSC CGL - 7th March 2020 Shift 1 • Quantitative Aptitude • Q58

In the given figure, Cosθ is equal to:

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. 5/13.

Understanding/Application

QR = 12 cm

QP = 13 cm

cosθ = PR/QP

Applying pyth. th. -

PR2 + QR2 = PQ2

PR2 + 122 = 132

PR2 = 25

PR = 5 cm

cosθ = 5/13