Tangent Calculator

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Understanding Tangent in Trigonometry

What is Tangent?

The tangent of an angle (tan θ) is a fundamental trigonometric function that represents the ratio of the opposite side to the adjacent side in a right triangle. It can be expressed as: tan θ = opposite/adjacent.

Common Tangent Values

Angle (degrees) Tangent Value
0° 0
45° 1
90° undefined