Find the values of the six trigonometric functions for an angle in standard position having each given point on its terminal side. Rationalize denominators when applicable. (3 , ―4)

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Identify the coordinates of the point on the terminal side of the angle: \((x, y) = (3, -4)\).

Calculate the radius (or hypotenuse) \(r\) using the distance formula: \(r = \sqrt{x^2 + y^2} = \sqrt{3^2 + (-4)^2}\).

Use the definitions of the six trigonometric functions in terms of \(x\), \(y\), and \(r\): - \(\sin \theta = \frac{y}{r}\) - \(\cos \theta = \frac{x}{r}\) - \(\tan \theta = \frac{y}{x}\) - \(\csc \theta = \frac{r}{y}\) - \(\sec \theta = \frac{r}{x}\) - \(\cot \theta = \frac{x}{y}\).

Substitute the values of \(x\), \(y\), and \(r\) into each function to express them as fractions.

Rationalize the denominators where necessary by multiplying numerator and denominator by the appropriate conjugate or factor.

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