Week 3 in math 10

This week in math 10 we learnt about trigonometry, trigonometry figures out lengths between sides and angles of triangles. 

The most important thing we learnt this week was how to find angles, by using the simple acronym; “SohCahToa” 

Using this you will be able to find side lengths and angles in a right triangle. 

When finding the angle, you first need to identify sides and angles already provided in the triangle.

Next, one should label sides – find the hypotenuse, opposite and adjacent side. 

Now using “SohCahToa” sin the side you do have and the side you are looking for and create an equation.

Now solve the equation on a calculator, and you have found your angle or side.

Patterns – Trigonometry consists of patterns, once you know how to do them and continue the patterns you can easily find the angle or side length you are looking for.