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AP EAMCET · Maths · Trigonometric Ratios & Identities

If \(\theta\) lies in third quadrant and \(\cos \theta=\frac{-3}{5}\) find the value of \(\tan \theta\).

  1. A \(\frac{2}{3}\)
  2. B \(\frac{-2}{3}\)
  3. C \(\frac{-4}{3}\)
  4. D \(\frac{4}{3}\)
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(D) \(\frac{4}{3}\)

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It is given that \(\theta\) lies in third quadrant and \(\cos \theta=-\frac{3}{5}\) So, \(\tan \theta=\frac{4}{3}\) Hence, option (d) is correct.