Name

Sin Function

Syntax

Sin(number)
number

Use: Required

Data Type: Numeric

An angle expressed in radians.

Return Value

A Double containing the sine of an angle.

Description

Returns the ratio of two sides of a right triangle in the range -1 to 1.

Rules at a Glance

The ratio is determined by dividing the length of the side opposite the angle by the length of the hypotenuse.

Programming Tips and Gotchas

  • You can convert radians to degrees using the formula:

    radians = degrees * (pi/180)

  • You can convert degrees to radians using the formula:

    degrees = radians * (180/pi)

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