Find the six trigonometric functions given a point with $y=2x$

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The terminal side of the angle θ is standard position lies on the given line and satisfies the given condition. Determine the 6 trigonometric functions of said angle.

$$y = 2x, \quad \sec θ > 0$$

I know how to find the trig functions from radians and angles, but it's the first time I see this type of question.

I know that an angle in standard position means it's initial side is on the positive x axis and the vertex is on the origin, the other ray is the terminal side. I know $y=2x$ is linear and that $\sec θ > 0$ means the angle is positive (rotates counterclockwise). I don't know how to go on beyond that.

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Hint: Use the diagram to determine the point where the line $y = 2x$ intersects the unit circle. Note that $\sec\theta > 0 \implies \cos\theta > 0 \implies x > 0$.

point_of_intersection_of_the_line_with_the_unit_circle

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