Electrical mathQuestion 487 of 1506

Which ratio defines the tangent of the designate angle?

  1. Adjacent divided by hypotenuse
  2. Opposite divided by hypotenuse
  3. Adjacent divided by opposite
  4. Opposite divided by adjacent
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Correct answer: Opposite divided by adjacent

TOA means tangent equals opposite over adjacent.

Source: Trigonometry and Single Phase AC Generation for Electricians (Flinn), 1.5: Trigonometry Functions

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Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026