Introduction to Trigonometry and Angles
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Trigonometry is all about the relationships between a triangle's sides and angles. Angles are measured in degrees or radians, with radians relating to a circle's radius. Understanding these basics is crucial for all future trig concepts.
1. The Mental Model
Think of trigonometry as a special toolkit for working with triangles, especially right-angled ones. Angles are simply a way to measure a "turn" or how far two
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Trigonometry is all about the relationships between a triangle's sides and angles. Angles are measured in degrees or radians, with radians relating to a circle's radius. Understanding these basics is crucial for all future trig concepts. Read the full notes above for the details.
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