Inverse Trigonometric Functions
Definition
Inverse trigonometric functions are functions that undo or reverse the effects of trigonometric functions. They allow us to find angles based on ratios, rather than finding ratios based on angles.
Related terms
Sine Function: The sine function relates an angle to its vertical coordinate in a unit circle or right triangle.
Cosine Function: The cosine function relates an angle to its horizontal coordinate in a unit circle or right triangle.
Tangent Function: The tangent function relates an angle to its slope or ratio between sine and cosine values.
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