The figure shows a triangular wooden frame ABC. The side AD of the frame has rotted and needs to be replaced.
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OpenStudy (anonymous):
OpenStudy (anonymous):
What is the length of the wood that is needed to replace AD? (5 points)
Select one:
a. 8.1 inches
b. 6.2 inches
c. 5.9 inches
d. 7.4 inches
is this one 5.9
OpenStudy (anonymous):
@campbell_st
OpenStudy (anonymous):
@campbell_st
OpenStudy (campbell_st):
ok... so you need to use the tan ratio twice
tan(30) = BD/14
so calculate BD
and you also have
tan(45) = BA/14
find the sides
then then length of
AD = AB - BD
hope it helps
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OpenStudy (anonymous):
so what will the answer be
OpenStudy (anonymous):
i need to hurry
OpenStudy (campbell_st):
well you can calculate it... that's one of the goals here... help you with your understanding... and not giving answers..
OpenStudy (anonymous):
is 5.9 roght
OpenStudy (anonymous):
i understand it i just want to make sure its correct
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OpenStudy (campbell_st):
thats it... well done
OpenStudy (anonymous):
thank you i have some more ill post and then tag you for kk:)