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The Cosine Rule

This section finds a missing side or a missing angle in any triangle with the cosine rule: a2=b2+c2−2bccos⁡Aa^{2}=b^{2}+c^{2}-2bc\cos A (and cyclic). Use two sides and the included angle (SAS) to find the third side, or…

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This section covers The Cosine Rule as part of Trigonometry: Sine, Cosine and Area Rules in Grade 12 Mathematics. You'll find clear explanations, worked examples, and key definitions aligned to the CAPS curriculum.

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