An observer (O) is located 660 feet from a tree (T). The observer notices a hawk (H) flying at a 35° angle of elevation from his line of sight. What equation and trigonometric function can be used to solve for the height (h) of the hawk? Pick another trigonometric function and describe why that function is not appropriate when trying to solve for (h). You must show all work and calculations to receive full credit.

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EACH equation contains three quantities. In order to solve an equation like this you need to have TWO known quantities, NO MORE, NO LESS. So which one is best suited?

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can you write that out and not put it in a picture please

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The tangent of 35 degrees is useful because it relates the unknown height and the distance (660 feet).

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so thats my final answer lol looks a little too short

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