Problem

The terminal side of an angle α in standard position intersects the unit circle at (23,73). Find cosα

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23 is the final answer.

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Step 1 :The terminal side of an angle α in standard position intersects the unit circle at (23,73).

Step 2 :The x-coordinate of the point where the terminal side of the angle intersects the unit circle is equal to cosα.

Step 3 :So, cosα=23.

Step 4 :23 is the final answer.

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