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ctg

ctg

9.9
A math function that divides the side next to an angle by the side opposite it
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  • Specialized
translation icon : cotangente
  • The formula requires you to calculate the ctg of the given angle.

Examples

  • On some calculators, the ctg function is labeled differently.

  • In trigonometry, ctg x is often used to simplify equations.

  • The value of ctg is important.

  • Don't forget ctg!

  • In trigonometry, the abbreviation ctg x represents the cotangent function, which is used to find the ratio of the adjacent side to the opposite side in a right triangle.

  • To solve the equation, you will need to find the ctg of the specified angle using your calculator.

  • Mathematicians often use ctg in their calculations to denote the cotangent of an angle in right triangle trigonometry.

Synonyms

cotangent
vsctg
  • Specialized
1 9.7

A number from dividing the side next to an angle by the side opposite it in a right triangle

is the short abbreviation typically used in formulas and notes
cotan
vsctg
  • Specialized
9.9

A number found by dividing the side next to an angle by the side opposite it in a right triangle

is the commonly accepted abbreviation used in mathematical contexts

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Ctg is used as a short form of the math word cotangent, which means the 'ratio' of the side next to an angle to the side opposite it, so ctg x gives that ratio for the angle x.