Question

An observer (O) spots a bird flying at a 35° angle from a line drawn horizontal to its nest. If the distance from the observer (O) to the bird (B) is 21,000 ft., how far is the bird (B) from its nest (N)? Round to the nearest whole number.

12,045 feet
14,704 feet
16,980 feet
17,202 feet

Answer 1

check screenshot what does is the total?

Answer 2

0.57?

Answer 3

That isn't one of her answer choices.

Answer 4

I believe is choice B

Answer 5

sin35° = 21000/x

x = 21000/sin35

= appr 14,704 feet

Answer 6

\(\color{#0cbb34}{\text{Originally Posted by}}\) @Karlottalotta
I believe is choice B
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Correct

Answer 7

thank you