Understanding Z = -sin(t) in Stokes Theorem: A Simple Explanation

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I am wondering why z = -sin(t) and not sin(t)
 

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nevermind i think i know. I think its because as you rotate around the circle in the counter clockwise direction you go from the x-axis to the negative z-axis.
 

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