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ACOS

The ACOS function in Google Sheets returns the inverse cosine of a value, in radians. It is commonly used in trigonometry calculations.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: ACOS(value)

Parameter:

  • value: The value for which to compute the inverse cosine.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

To use the ACOS function, follow these steps:

  1. Insert the function in a cell: =ACOS(value).
  2. Replace value with the actual value for which you want to calculate the inverse cosine.
  3. Press Enter to get the result.

Example: If you want to find the inverse cosine of 0.5, use the formula =ACOS(0.5).

Use Cases and Scenarios

The ACOS function can be helpful in various scenarios, including:

  1. Trigonometry: It is useful in calculating angles and sides of triangles.
  2. Physics: It is used in many physics-related calculations.
  3. Engineering: It is applied in various engineering calculations, such as determining distances and angles.

Related Functions

There are several related functions that can be used in conjunction with ACOS:

  • SIN: Returns the sine of an angle.
  • COS: Returns the cosine of an angle.
  • TAN: Returns the tangent of an angle.
  • ASIN: Returns the inverse sine of a value.
  • ATAN: Returns the inverse tangent of a value.

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