Curated OER
Worksheet 20
In this math worksheet, students investigate the given vectors. Then they apply the knowledge to prove the formula for the triangle formed by them.
Curated OER
Graphs of the OTHER Trig Functions
Learners graph trigonometric functions. For this precalculus lesson, students identify the properties of secant ,cosecant and cotangent. They use the unit circle as their formula to graph and analyze these functions.
Curated OER
Precalculus Exam
For this precalc lesson, students write out definitions, identify functions, solve integrals and derivatives and graph trig functions as they relate to angles. This is a final exam for precalculus. There are 80 questions on this exam.
Curated OER
Solving Trigonometry Problems in Two and Three Dimensions
In this Pre-calculus/Trigonometry instructional activity, students solve trigonometry problems in two and three dimensions. The eleven page instructional activity contains explanation, examples, and twenty problems. Answers are not...
Curated OER
Trigonometric Transformations
Students perform transformation on trig functions. In this precalculus lesson plan, students relate the London Eye observation wheel to trig function. They use a TI navigator to visualise the parameter created by this view and relate it...
Curated OER
Simply Similar at Sea: Simple Triangles
Tenth graders answer a variety of problems based on similar triangle and learn about the rule of thumb. They will test the rule of thumb by estimating the distance to an object in the classroom.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Law of Sines and Law of Cosines
This tutorial examines the law of sines and the law of cosines. Includes class notes, examples, and a variety of practice problems with solutions. The teacher resource consists of a lab that utilizes the law of sines and the law of cosines.
Cuemath
Cuemath: Law of Cosine
Explore the world of the Law of Cosine in this mini-lesson. Provides a definition, simulations, examples, and practice questions that help with understanding.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Solve Triangles Using the Law of Cosines
Solve missing triangle measures using the law of cosines. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Determination of Unknown Angles Using Law of Cosines
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find an unknown angle of a side side side triangle using the Law of Cosines.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Trigonometry: The Law of Cosines
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the law of cosines and how to use it. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. Point this site out to students who...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Interactive Geometry: 7.7 Law of Cosines
Learn how the Law of Cosines uses the measure of angle C to provide an equation that relates the three sides of the triangle with angle C.
Math Is Fun
Math Is Fun: The Law of Cosines
Students learn about the law of cosines. The tutorial consists of a definition, examples, and practice problems to check for comprehension.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Law of Cosines
This page from MathWorld.com gives a good explanation of the Law of Cosines, which relates the lengths of the legs of a triangle to the angles. This site shows how the formula is derived, along with a triangle to clarify variables. Also...
Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Law of Cosines
Learn about the Law of Cosines with this resource which offers detailed explanations, examples, and an interactive. Links to related topics.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Trigonometry: Law of Cosines
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use Law of Cosines and Law of Sines in different triangle situations.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Determination of Unknown Angles Using Law of Cosines
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers using the Law of Cosines to find an angle in a triangle.
Calculator Soup
Calculator Soup: Law of Cosines Calculator
Use the law of cosines to calculate unknown angles or sides of a triangle. In order to calculate the unknown values, you must enter 3 known values.
Cut the Knot
Cut the Knot!: The Law of Cosines (Cosine Rule)
This site from Cut The Knot provides an overview of the law of cosines, complete with an explanation of the law and a proof of the law.
Georgia State University
Georgia State University: Hyper Physics: Law of Cosines
This page from the Georgia State University provides a definition of the Law of Cosines. Also includes a "calculator" to help you find side lengths and opposite angles when you are given either three sides or two sides and a third angle.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Law of Sines and Law of Cosines
Sixteen problems present practice working with the Law of Sines and Law of Cosines. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step of the problem then click the "View Solution"...
McGraw Hill
Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Self Check Quiz on Law of Cosines
The online assessment demonstrates knowledge of Algebra II. The questions test students on the law of cosines.
Wolfram Research
Wolfram Math World: Law of Sines
This MathWorld page gives a good explanation of the Law of Sines, which relates the lengths of the sides of a triangle to the sines of the opposite angles. This site gives a picture to help clarify the variables used in the equation....
Math Planet
Math Planet: Algebra 2: Cosines
Defines and explores the law of cosines through examples and a video lesson. [1:41]