Question

In △JKL, solve for x.



17.32

38.16

66.73

74.89

Answer 1

where is △JKL?

Answer 2

using SOHCAHTOA

the triangle has an opposite and an adjacent, so we use tan


tan 27degree = 34/x

Answer 3

Since you are given two sides corresponding to the angle 27 (opposite and adjacent), you can use the trigonometric ratio for tan of that angle to solve for x. tan(27) = 34/x => x = 34/tan(27). Use a calculator to find the value of x.

Answer 4

so i would put tan(34?

Answer 5

hmmm....I showed you that x = 34/tan(27). So, you should find tan(27) first and then divide 34 by that value to find x.

Answer 6

got it thanks