Cosine Calculator
Calculate the cosine of any angle. Enter the angle in degrees or radians and get the result instantly.
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How to use this calculator
- 1Enter your values or expression in the fields above.
- 2Press Enter or click the calculate button.
- 3Read the result, then follow the numbered step-by-step working to understand each stage.
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What is the cosine function?
In a right triangle, cos(θ) = adjacent / hypotenuse. On the unit circle, cos(θ) is the x-coordinate.
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