Geo 6.5 Using Trig to Solve for Missing Sides.notebook
6.5 Using Trig to Solve for Missing Sides
January 15, 2016
Solve for x. Step 1: Identify which trig function applies
Step 2: Set up ratio and 15
cross multiply
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Apply trig properties to solve for missing sides in a triangle.
32°
x
Step 3: Round to nearest thousandth
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Solve for x. Solve for x. x
x
11
5°
21°
100
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Solve for all missing sides
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Solve for all missing sides
x
41°
57
x
y
72
68°
y
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Geo 6.5 Using Trig to Solve for Missing Sides.notebook
To determine the elevation of a vertical rock formation, Diego measured the distance from the base of the formation to his position and the angle between the ground and the line of sight to the top of the formation. The distance was 43 meters and the angle was 36°. What is the height of the formation to the nearest meter?
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A 60 foot ramp rises from the first floor to the second floor of a parking garage. The ramp makes a 15° angle with the ground. How high above the first floor is the second floor?
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