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How to Use COS() in Google Sheets

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Returns the cosine of an angle provided in radians.

How To Actually Use COS() in Sheets

COS(angle)

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In the range A1:A10, enter angles in radians. In cells B1:B10, use the COS formula to calculate the cosine of each angle in the corresponding cell in column A.

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