

An introductory worksheet on the trigonometric ratios sine, cosine and tangent. The exercises require to evaluate these ratios for an angle in a given triangle, to identify the trigonometric ratio that corresponds to a given ratio for a given triangle, to use a calculator to evaluate the trigonometric ratio of a given angle or the angle given one of its trigonometric ratios, to associate the sine or cosine of an angle to the cosine or sine of its complementary angle and and to solve word problems using trigonometric ratios. Detailed solutions are included.
Looking for a comprehensive, ready-to-use revision resource to help your students master right-angled triangle trigonometry? This printable maths worksheet features 8 scaffolded problems, ranging from conceptual trigonometric rules and ratio evaluation to real-world visual word problems. Best of all, it includes 6 full pages of step-by-step worked visual solutions to save you hours of marking time!
What is Included in This Resource?
• Section 1: Conceptual True/False Questions – 6 true or false statements to assess student understanding of sine, cosine, and tangent rules, complementary angle identities, and exact values.
• Section 2: Evaluating Trigonometric Ratios – Problems where students use Pythagoras’ Theorem to find a missing side and write out the exact sine, cosine, and tangent fractions for a given acute angle.
• Section 3: Finding Missing Sides and Angles – Mixed practice calculation problems requiring students to solve for missing variables to one decimal place.
• Section 4: Inverse Trigonometric Functions – Practice evaluating acute angles from decimal values to the nearest whole degree.
• Sections 5, 7, and 8: Real-World Word Problems – Highly engaging, visually supported word problems where students calculate the height of a tree, a lighthouse, and ladder placement against a wall.
• Complete Step-by-Step Answer Key – 6 full pages of detailed visual solutions showing every algebraic step and formula setup, making it perfect for student self-assessment, independent study, or quick marking.
Why Teachers Love This Worksheet:
• Ready to Teach: Just print and go! It is an instant, complete lesson addition or homework assignment.
• Scaffolded Learning: Problems gradually increase in complexity, building student confidence before they tackle independent word problems.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for in-class independent practice, homework assignments, GCSE exam revision, or emergency cover work.
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