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The angle of elevation from L to K measures 55°. If JK = 26, find JL. Round your answer to the nearest tenth

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Answer:

21.3

Explanation:

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Answer:

18.2

Explanation:

JK is the side perpendicular to the horizontal (JL) thus it is opposite to angle 55°. JL is the adjacent, therefore, we can use the trigonometric ratio Tangent to fins the adjacent.

Tan ∅= opposite/ adjacent

Adjacent = opposite/Tan ∅

Adjacent =26/ Tan 55°

=18.2

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