Cos x is negative and sin x is negative.Which of the following is true of...

MATHEMATICS
WAEC 1998

Cos x is negative and sin x is negative.Which of the following is true of x?

  • A. 0o< x< 90o
  • B. 90o< x <180o
  • C. 180o< x< 270o
  • D. 270o< x <360o

Correct Answer: C. 180o< x< 270o

Explanation

In the 3rd quadrant, only the tan of angles are positive.

The 3rd quadrant = 180° < x < 270°



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