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OpenStudy (anonymous):

For the given right triangle, find the value x to the nearest tenth: Picture provided!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

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OpenStudy (anonymous):

a) 37 degrees b)53 degrees c)49 degrees d)41 degrees

OpenStudy (btaylor):

what trig function relates opposite and adjacent sides?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

tangent

OpenStudy (btaylor):

right. So tan x = 15/20, and x = arctan (3/4). x is about 36.9º

OpenStudy (anonymous):

thank you for explaining:)

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Just remember Soh Cah Toa So it's Tan=Opposite/adjacent Archtan(15/20) should give you the answer

OpenStudy (btaylor):

you're welcom

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