The terminal side of an angle in standard position passes through P(15, 8) What is the value of sine?

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Bethe · Answer 1 · 2020-10-26T09:18:07+0000

Answer:

8/17

Explanation:

The sine is the opposite side divided by the hypotenuse:

sin(angle) = y/√(x²+y²) = 8/√(8²+15²) = 8/√289

sin(angle) = 8/17