engineering mathematics MCQ #283

A right triangle has legs 5 cm and 12 cm. Find the value of sin(θ) where θ is the angle opposite the 5 cm side.

engineering mathematics MCQ #283

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A right triangle has legs 5 cm and 12 cm. Find the value of sin(θ) where θ is the angle opposite the 5 cm side.

    • A) 5/12
    • B) 5/13
    • C) 12/13
    • D) 1/2

    Answer: 5/13

    Explanation: Using the Pythagorean theorem, hypotenuse = √(5² + 12²) = 13. Then, sin(θ) = opposite side / hypotenuse = 5 / 13.