Question

In the figure, AB =__ inches and AC = __inches.

Answer 1

this is a trig problem

do you know SOH CAH TOA ?

Answer 2

a little but i cant solve it no calculator

Answer 3

if you did have a calculator, how would you find AB ?

Answer 4

i think its CAH

Answer 5

to do the problem, first label the side that is the hypotenuse with H
which side is the hypotenuse ?

Answer 6

i dont know i failed thiss class

Answer 7

the hypotenuse is the longest side and opposite the right angle
can you figure it out or do you need more info ?

Answer 8

i need more info

Answer 9

ok, do you know which angle is the right angle ?

Answer 10

B

Answer 11

yes, now imagine you are standing in that corner and put your arms out to touch each side.
those sides are *not* the hypotenuse. the side of the triangle that you are looking at (opposite you) is the hypotenuse.
now can you figure out which side is the hypotenuse ?

Answer 12

i dont understand

Answer 13

can you imagine standing in a corner ?

Answer 14

yea

Answer 15

and touching the walls on either side of you?

Answer 16

yes