Question

please help!!!!!!
What is the approximate value of x in the diagram below? (Hint: You will need to use one of the trigonometric ratios given in the table.

Answer 1

We know that the tangent function is \[\frac{ opposite}{adjacent}\] We are given that the tangent of 36 degrees is 0.727. Plugging our given values we get \[\frac{ 23 }{ x } = 0.727\]
Now just solve for x.

Answer 2

do i cross multiply

Answer 3

Yes

Answer 4

x=23/0.727

Answer 5

is it 16.721

Answer 6

just 16.72?

Answer 7

@Nurali

Answer 8

It's neither. 23/0.727 should give you around 31.636...