Explain the difference between using the tangent ratio to solve for a missing angle in a right triangle versus using the cotangent ratio. you must use complete sentences and any evidence needed (such as an example) to prove your point of view.

given a right triangle, the tangent ratio of the missing angle is given by the opposite side divided by the adjacent side. whereas the cotangent ratio is given by the adjacent side divided by the opposite side. therefore, they are opposites of one another.

for example, given an angle which opposite side is 9 and adjacent side is 3. the tangent of the angle is going to be 3 while the cotangent is going to be 1/3.

there is not much difference between using one or another. in both cases, you will get to the result.

1. perpendicular

2. parallel

3. perpendicular