Precalculus (6th Edition)

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Chapter 5 - Trigonometric Functions - 5.2 Trigonometric Functions - 5.2 Exercises - Page 519: 58

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We can find the cosine of coterminal angle that lies between $0^{\circ}$ and $360^{\circ}$ for convenience. $\cos(-90^{\circ})= \cos(-90^{\circ}+360^{\circ})=\cos 270^{\circ}$ The terminal side of $270^{\circ}$ angle passes through (0,-1). So $x=0,y=-1$ and $r=1$. $\cos 270^{\circ}=\frac{x}{r}=\frac{0}{1}=0$
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