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    Cofunction Theorem

    I need to use the figure to prove the cofunction theorem. I'm not sure where to begin. All I know is that I need to show that POA and BOQ are congruent.
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    They are congruent by Side Angle Side (SAS). Take a look at my picture.

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    Thanks. What program do you use to generate pictures like that?
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