The given measurements may or may not determine a triangle. If not, then state that no triangle is formed. If a triangle is formed, then use the Law of Sines to solve the triangle, if it is possible, or state that the Law of Sines cannot be used. B = 126°, c = 7, b = 12
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Do you know the Law of Sines and how to use it?
I think the 12 is opposite the 126 right?
I know the Law of Sines, but I don't know how to figure out if a triangle can be made or not.
You are correct. My mistake. Here is the corrected drawing. |dw:1470014245988:dw|
First let's see if you can use the Law of Sines.
To use the Law of Sines, you need to have a given side and its opposite angle. That will establish the ratio of the Law of Sines.
We do have angle B and side b. \(\dfrac{b}{\sin B}= \dfrac{c}{\sin C} \)
We know b, c, and B. We can solve for C.
Find C. Then find A using the sum of angles. Then find side "a" using the Law of Sines again.
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