Use the appropriate identity to find the indicated function value. Rationalize the denominator, if applicable. If the given
value is a decimal, round your answer to three decimal places.
-sec (-59°)and sin (-59°)
A)negative and positive
B)positive and positive
C)negative and negative
D)positive and negative

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Secant and sine functions have different signs for angles in the fourth quadrant (where -59° is located). Secant is positive (since it's the reciprocal of cosine, which is positive in the fourth quadrant), and sine is negative in the fourth quadrant.

Use the Appropriate Identity to Find the Indicated Function Value