Question

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Vance is designing a garden in the shape of an isosceles triangle. The base of the garden is 30 feet long. The function y = 15 tan theta models the height of the triangular garden.

a. What is the height of the triangle when theta = 30°?

b. What is the height of the triangle when theta = 40°?

c. Vance is considering using either theta = 30° or theta = 40° for his garden. Compare the areas of the two possible gardens. Explain how you found the areas.