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...had to calculate an inverse tan? Like, to get a theta? Is that even possible w/o a calculator (if they're weird non-unit circle related numbers)?
Thank you!
Thank you!
On the MCAT (practice or real) has anyone ever...
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Not sure of any physics formula's that have an inverse tan in them that you will be using for MCAT. Also, if you had to, it would most likely be for a standard angle like 0,30,45,60,90.
In all honesty, you would probably be better off just using the a^2+b^2 = c^2 and then subsequently using a sin or cos since they are easier to deal with.
In all honesty, you would probably be better off just using the a^2+b^2 = c^2 and then subsequently using a sin or cos since they are easier to deal with.
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Its a shame. Wish calculus was on the exam.
If you need to find the arctan just think "what angle would give me this number". The MCAT would only have the nice and pretty ones (if any). For Example, if you want to find the arctan of 1. The angle that would give you 1 would be 45 degrees... Do the same with arccos and arcsine. It just the opposite... simple enough. As a science professional it is your duty to know this simple mathematics!
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Your right, figuring out an angle would have no value in real life....??? The "in your head" part has nothing to do with anything. This is obviously a lack of fundamental understanding of what the arc is used for. You should understand its use, not be a mathematician in its calculations.
