Suppose that csc a = -(√5)/2  and 180° < a < 270°. Find the exact values of sin a/2 and tan a/2 Write the answer as a fraction in simplest form. Do not use the decimal point.

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Suppose that csc a = -(√5)/2  and 180° < a < 270°.

Find the exact values of sin a/2 and tan a/2

Write the answer as a fraction in simplest form. Do not use the decimal point.

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