Question

Check my answer?
A plane is descending towards a runway in Chicago. The plane is flying at an altitude of 11 miles and is 193 miles from the runway, as measured from the ground. What angle will the plane's path make with the runway?


2.34°

2.56°

3.26°

3.78°

Answer 1

I believe it is c

Answer 2

I'd be glad to give you some feedback if only you'll share your work. How did you come to believe that the correct answer is C?

Answer 3

tan x =11/193

Answer 4

Are you still here?

Answer 5

Both your answer and your method are correct!
Congrats!

Answer 6

Thank you @mathmate :)

Answer 7

You're welcome! :)