Question

could you guys explain how do i solve sec 54˚40'

Answer 1

do you know how to convert that into decimal degrees? there are 60 minutes in 1 degree, and 60 seconds in 1 minute

Answer 2

yes i think i do know how to convert it to decimal degrees
its like 54+40/60 right?

Answer 3

\(54^\circ40' = 54^\circ+(\frac{40}{60})^\circ\)

Answer 4

yes!

Answer 5

yes. so take the secant of that and you're done.

Answer 6

thats the reciprocal of cos right?!

Answer 7

You got it...

Answer 8

You could have explained it to yourself :-)

Answer 9

haha thanks for the help Palmer!

Answer 10

you bet. now you go explain it to someone else, that's the route to really reinforcing your understanding...