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Find the value of tan theta if cos theta = 12/13.

A13/5
B5/13
C5/12
D12/5

✓ Correct Answer: C5/12

If cos = b/h = 12/13, then p = sqrt(13^2 - 12^2) = 5. tan = p/b = 5/12.

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