Question

What is tan J?
a.
7 over 24
b.
7 over 25
c. 24 over 25
d.
24 over 7
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Answer 1

so i know i need to find the opposite of j right

Answer 2

Yes.
\[\tan=\frac{ opposite }{ adjacent }\]
So you need to find the length of the side opposite to angle J and adjacent to J, then plug them into the formula.

Answer 3

i think 24 id oppostie

Answer 4

Right, 24 is the opposite side. Now you just need the length of the side adjacent to J and you'll have your answer.

Answer 5

7

Answer 6

a 7 over 24

Answer 7

Remember the formula is:
\[\tan=\frac{ opposite }{ adjacent }\]
7 over 24 would be adjacent over opposite.

Answer 8

24 over 7

Answer 9

Right!