Question

How do you get x from tanx=0.93978?

Answer 1

we need to determine what "angle" has a tan that is equal to .93978.

we use what is called an inverse function to get the answer.

Answer 2

ok so you have to use inversetan function. in this case

you will get x = inversetan(0.93978)

Answer 3

on a calculator, which is what you need for this problem; there is a tan^-1 option hiding on it somewhere :)

Answer 4

got it! thanks!

Answer 5

that inverse function will only give you answers between -90 degress and 90 degrees