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If \( \sin \theta = \frac{3}{5} \), find the value of \( \cos \theta \).

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Use the Pythagorean identity \( \sin^2 \theta + \cos^2 \theta = 1 \) to find missing trigonometric values.
Updated On: Apr 1, 2026
  • \( \frac{4}{5} \)
  • \( \frac{2}{5} \)
  • \( \frac{3}{5} \)
  • \( \frac{1}{5} \)
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

The fundamental trigonometric identity states that \( \sin^2 \theta + \cos^2 \theta = 1 \). Given that \( \sin \theta = \frac{3}{5} \), we substitute this value into the identity: \( \left( \frac{3}{5} \right)^2 + \cos^2 \theta = 1 \), which simplifies to \( \frac{9}{25} + \cos^2 \theta = 1 \). Solving for \( \cos^2 \theta \), we get \( \cos^2 \theta = 1 - \frac{9}{25} \), resulting in \( \cos^2 \theta = \frac{16}{25} \). Therefore, \( \cos \theta = \frac{4}{5} \). The value of \( \cos \theta \) is \( \frac{4}{5} \), corresponding to option (1).
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