Cosine of Degrees

Calculate cos(θ) from an angle entered in degrees.

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Dr. Sofia Mendoza Ruiz

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Last updatedFebruary 22, 2026

PublishedFebruary 22, 2026

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1 Cosine Value

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Cosine of Degrees

Calculate cos(θ) from an angle entered in degrees.

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Reference Table

Use this complete table for quick lookup and internal linking to specific value pages.

Cosine of Degrees Reference
Angle (Degrees)cos(θ)
-180 deg-1 Cosine Value
-165 deg-0.965926 Cosine Value
-150 deg-0.866025 Cosine Value
-135 deg-0.707107 Cosine Value
-120 deg-0.5 Cosine Value
-105 deg-0.258819 Cosine Value
-90 deg0 Cosine Value
-75 deg0.258819 Cosine Value
-60 deg0.5 Cosine Value
-45 deg0.707107 Cosine Value
-30 deg0.866025 Cosine Value
-15 deg0.965926 Cosine Value
0 deg1 Cosine Value
15 deg0.965926 Cosine Value
30 deg0.866025 Cosine Value
45 deg0.707107 Cosine Value
60 deg0.5 Cosine Value
75 deg0.258819 Cosine Value
90 deg0 Cosine Value
105 deg-0.258819 Cosine Value
120 deg-0.5 Cosine Value
135 deg-0.707107 Cosine Value
150 deg-0.866025 Cosine Value
165 deg-0.965926 Cosine Value
180 deg-1 Cosine Value

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cosine of Degrees, formulas, and typical use cases.

What does the Cosine of Degrees calculator do?

It helps with evaluating cosine values from degree-based angles in geometry and physics.

What formula does the Cosine of Degrees calculator use?

cos(θ) is computed after converting degrees to radians.

What inputs are valid?

Any finite degree angle is valid.

When would I use this?

evaluating cosine values from degree-based angles in geometry and physics

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